Why Is Candy Bad For You?

amber · 04-10-2007, 05:05 PM

Hey CF

Every time I go to eat some candy, I double take, think about it being bad for me, and try to opt for a healthier snack. However, when I thought more about this I realized that I didn't really know why candy is bad for you.

I know that it has a lot of sugar but not sure what really makes it bad for you. Could anyone fill me in on why candy is bad for you?

thnx
Amber

w0cyru01 · 04-11-2007, 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by amber

Hey CF

Every time I go to eat some candy, I double take, think about it being bad for me, and try to opt for a healthier snack. However, when I thought more about this I realized that I didn't really know why candy is bad for you.

I know that it has a lot of sugar but not sure what really makes it bad for you. Could anyone fill me in on why candy is bad for you?

thnx
Amber

It's pure processed carbs. That's why it's bad.

Chris · 04-12-2007, 01:58 AM

Everything in moderation. Some kinds of chocolate for example are actually very good for you (70% cocoa ) in moderation, however other kinds of chocolate are extremely high in fats especially saturated fat which make them a bad food choice. Unfortuantely few candies have little to no nutritional value. The main problem with candy is it provides a blood sugar and insulin surge. So, eat them once in a while if you really enjoy them, just realize they won't help your physique goals.

04-10-2007, 05:05 PM	#1
amber New to CF Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 9 Reputation points: 0 No blog available. Qualifications Update your profile! No qualifications entered yet.	Why Is Candy Bad For You? Hey CF Every time I go to eat some candy, I double take, think about it being bad for me, and try to opt for a healthier snack. However, when I thought more about this I realized that I didn't really know why candy is bad for you. I know that it has a lot of sugar but not sure what really makes it bad for you. Could anyone fill me in on why candy is bad for you? thnx Amber

04-12-2007, 01:58 AM	#3
Chris Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 106 Reputation points: 151 No blog available. Qualifications Personal Trainer	Re: Why Is Candy Bad For You? Everything in moderation. Some kinds of chocolate for example are actually very good for you (70% cocoa ) in moderation, however other kinds of chocolate are extremely high in fats especially saturated fat which make them a bad food choice. Unfortuantely few candies have little to no nutritional value. The main problem with candy is it provides a blood sugar and insulin surge. So, eat them once in a while if you really enjoy them, just realize they won't help your physique goals.

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