Does eating snowflake candy cause weight gain?
Disease description:
I have a lot of belly fat and am trying to lose weight. I ate some peanut brittle this afternoon. Will eating peanut brittle cause weight gain?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Eating crispy rice treat (Xue Hua Su) may lead to weight gain.
The calories in sweet snacks like crispy rice treat mainly come from sugar, oils, and certain dried fruits or grains. A 100-gram serving of crispy rice treat contains approximately 450-550 kilocalories, which equates to about 20%-25% of the daily energy required for an adult. If crispy rice treat is consumed regularly as part of the diet without a corresponding increase in physical activity, long-term excessive calorie intake may result in weight gain.
The production process of crispy rice treat includes ingredients such as marshmallows and butter, which themselves are high in calories and fat. Additionally, components like nuts and dried fruits in the treat, although somewhat nutritious, can also lead to excessive calorie intake if consumed in large amounts. However, if overall dietary intake is properly managed, and crispy rice treat is consumed in moderation along with physical activity to balance calorie intake and expenditure, weight gain should not occur.
