5 Easter Treats for Under 200 Calories
by Jessica Smith, REDBOOK
Who doesn't love Easter candy? There is no reason you have to avoid it altogether if you are trying to lose weight (or avoid a sugar coma). Don't break the calorie bank with these five Easter treats under 200 calories:
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4 Marshmallow Peeps: 130 calories
35 Jellybeans: 140 calories
Cadbury Crème Egg: 150 calories
Reese's Peanut Butter Egg: 180 calories
12 Cadbury Chocolate Eggs: 190 calories
Tip: if you find yourself ready to empty out the entire basket in one sitting, try switching gears with your taste buds by eating a lightly salted real Easter (hard boiled) egg - at only 70 calories each they are a good source of protein and may help you avoid a sugar binge.
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Jessica Smith is a certified fitness lifestyle expert and creator of the 10 Pounds Down DVD series.
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