So, this week I decided to make an educational post on the caloric density of some of our foods we hate to love. Yup – the foods we frequently turn to for emotional comfort and satisfaction.

It’s tough to resist these treats, but sometimes it’s good to know what you’re up against. I don’t know if any of you feel the same, but when you’re counting calories and macros, mathematics can very often be the savior of the day. If you’re thinking – how will knowing how many calories are in a triple decker pizza help me feel better?! – then I say to you: it is all in the PLANNING.

There’s nothing I hate more than being on a diet – eating something I’m not supposed to – and then feeling terribly guilty about it. I might be a bit weird in that regard, though, because I become very OCD when I’m on a fitness plan – probably because my body requires a lot of incentive to get in shape (i.e. I have a very slow metabolism and can’t afford to stray off the track).

This is exactly why I like to know EXACTLY what I’m dealing with and how many calories are in my favourite treats ? I like to plan ahead so that I don’t ever feel deprived on a diet – this might just be my secret weapon. Lately, I’ve been extremely compliant with my fitness plan because I allow myself occasional treats – like burgers (oh my word I LOVE them!), Sweet Chili Doritos, ice-cream, and those absolutely addictive barbecue pancakes from Woolies. I never feel guilty because I plan ahead.

Have a look at the foods I’ve listed below to see whether I hit the nail on the head ? I added the most popular foods and how long it would take an average person to burn those calories jogging. Enjoy!

 

 

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Calories in your favourite TREATS list:

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1. STERI STUMPIE

Calories per 350ml serving – 231

Time to burn jogging – 32 minutes

 

 

 

 

 

2. WINE GUMS

Calories per 75g packet – 203

Time to burn jogging – 28 minutes

 

 

 

 

 

3. CHICKEN AND PINEAPPLE KEBABS

Calories per kebab – 48 calories

Time to burn jogging – 7 minutes

 

 

 

 

 

4. ORIGINAL OREO COOKIES

Calories per oreo cookie – 55

Time to burn jogging – 8 minutes

 

 

 

 

 

5. WHISPERS

Calories per 65g bag – 326

Time to burn jogging – 45 minutes

 

 

 

 

 

6. SUSHI

Calories per pack – 473

Time to burn jogging – 66 minutes

 

 

 

 

 

7. DEATH BY CHOCOLATE MAGNUM

Calories per ice-cream – 271

Time to burn jogging – 38 minutes

 

 

 

 

 

8. BBQ CHICKEN PANCAKES

Calories per pancake – 60

Time to burn jogging – 8 minutes

 

 

 

 

 

9. PRAWN COCKTAIL CHIPS

Calories per 125g bag – 662

Calories per 30g serving – 159

Time to burn 662 calories jogging – 92 calories

Time to burn 159 calories jogging – 22 minutes

 

 

 

10. RED BULL

Calories per 250ml can – 113

Time to burn jogging – 16 minutes

 

 

 

 

 

11. MILO

Calories per 20g serving of Milo in 110ml low fat milk and 100ml water – 130

Time to burn jogging – 18 minutes

 

 

 

 

 

12. MINI SALAMI STICKS

Calories per salami stick – 40

Time to burn jogging – 6 minutes

 

 

 

 

 

13. CHUCKLES

Calories per 125g bag – 629

Time to burn jogging – 88 minutes

 

 

 

 

 

 

14. SWEET CHILI DORITOS

Calories per small (45g) bag – 209

Calories per large (150g) bag – 697

Time to burn 209 calories jogging – 29 minutes

Time to burn 697 calories jogging – 97 minutes

 

 

 

15. BURGER KING WHOPPER WITH CHEESE

Calories per burger – 566

Time to burn jogging – 79 minutes

 

 

 

 

16. CARAMELLO ICE-CREAM

Calories per 120ml serving – 194

Calories per entire tub – 774

Time to burn 194 calories jogging – 27 minutes

Time to burn 774 calories jogging – 108 minutes

 

 

 

 

17. MCDONALDS BIG MAC

Calories per burger – 510

Time to burn jogging – 71 minutes

 

 

 

 

18. MCDONALDS FRIES

Calories in large fries – 262

Time to burn jogging – 36 minutes