The Asian chocolate industry is booming. But despite several adverts informing us of the health benefits of the antioxidants found in chocolate, indulge too much and there can be some significant calories to contend with.
With most chocolate bars being purchased on impulse, it’s no wonder that many of us regularly give in at the vending machine. Quick and convenient when an energy low strikes, they show off rows of brightly-coloured chocolate treats that few of us can resist.
However, to make our healthy intentions even more difficult to stick to, it seems that Asia now has a vending machine for everything – ice cream, popcorn, rice, instant noodles, hot Ramen, energy drinks and even eggs!
Whether you fall prey to a falling chocolate bar come mid afternoon or simply can’t resist something naughty while you’re paying for petrol, we’re here to help.
If you haven’t strengthened your willpower yet, then it’s time to turn up the heat on the exercise front. Remember the basic principle of energy in, energy out; if you put the extra calories in with a tasty treat, you’ve got to pay the price with a workout to burn them off.
Eat an average 50g chocolate bar and you’ll consume around 267 calories. But, if temptation is just too much, you can always hit the gym, park or yoga studio. Here are 30 ways to burn off the equivalent of a 50g chocolate bar.
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