Let├óΓé¼Γäós face it — movies are way better when you can snack on something!
Unfortunately, most standard movie snacks are terrible for you, which is why Sharon Liao has compiled a list of snacks and ways to alter them so you don’t pack on an extra tire around your waste while checking out the latest 3D flick!
Junior Mints
298 calories, 5G fat for half a box
— This minty confection is coated in antioxidant-rich dark chocolate.
Twizzler strawberry twists
263 calories, 1G fat for half a bag
— Portion out a few strands to nibble on during the movie.
MILK DUDS
170 calories, 6G fat for half a box
— These caramel-chocolate nuggets are lower in sugar├óΓé¼ΓÇ¥and take longer to eat├óΓé¼ΓÇ¥than most cinematic sweets.
Hot dog
210 calories, 19G fat
— Surprisingly, this protein-packed snack is one of the lighter savory items available.
AMC Clip Gummie Stars
175 calories, 0G fat for half the bag
— Unlike many gummies, these are made with real fruit juice.
Icee Slush
220 calories, 0G fat for 16 ounces
— Use a spoon to scoop up this slushy drink so you won├óΓé¼Γäót down it too fast.
Small popcorn
225 calories, 6G fat for half a bag
— This classic provides a serving of whole grains. Skip the butter, which tacks on 17 grams of fat.
Edy’s Strawberry fruit bar
80 calories, 0G fat
This frozen treat contains chunks of strawberries.
Vitaminwater Zero
0 calories, 0G fat for 20 ounces
— Sweetened with stevia, this thirst quencher is high in vitamin C and B vitamins.
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