So you are looking for the perfect snack to pack with you wherever you go and to munch on when cravings strike. Both carrots and apples seem like good choices: They’re high in fiber and have a satisfying crunch. But one of these snacks is a better pick than the other. Which is the one?
Here are some facts:
Carrots:
- beta-carotene powerhouse
- help reduce risk of heart disease
- promote good vision.
- tasty on their own or dipped into a high-protein spread like hummus.
- Calorie-wise, there are only about 50 per cup.
Apples:
- high in antioxidants,
- protect heart health
- make a deliciously portable snack on their own or with a little peanut butter for added protein.
- A medium apple has about 80 to 90 calories.
The answer
Carrots tip the scale slightly as a more satisfying snack. Surprised? Here’s why. The apple contains more natural sugar called fructose, which could cause your hunger to return more quickly.
So – Go carrots more often than apples!
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2 comments
nice post.
When i am in Qatar, I will get salad before the dinner. It contain cucumber, carrot, cabbage …like that.
But one of my friend told me cabbage is not good to eat…anything like that?
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No, Jidhu – no idea why your friend said that. However, some people find that eating raw cabbage creates gas. Depends on how you personally feel. If it agrees with you, fine.