Make Sour Patch Cherries Part Of Your Valentines Day

By Dorothy Ross


When it comes to sweets that have their own unique appeal, a person can only live once. No thinking about diets or how a workout will fit in after straying from their normal eating habits. There are some desserts and snacks that are like that, and sour patch cherries are that simple treat that many cannot put down.

These are a combination of sweet, sour, and tangy in an intense berry flavor. While some may think of these as something for kids or teens, there are a lot of grownups ordering these by the dozens. One reason is, unlike chocolate, these have no fat and are low in calories. Parents and teachers of small children can also create a number of snacks for the little ones they love using these flavorful treats.

If one were to compare candy types, they may find that gummies, licorice, and maybe jelly beans are great choices for those trying to raise a healthy kid. While chocolate has some health benefits, this is normally found in dark chocolate, which can be bitter to some. While some sugar candy types, like those that pop in the mouth, may be low calorie, the sugar content makes them dangerous when consumed for a period of time.

For parents that like to give their small children sugary sweets as a reward, there is something to think about. Studies have linked white sugar to hormonal imbalances that occur during puberty. So it may be best to wean them away early so they do not become victims of excessive acne, weight gain, or painful menstrual cycles.

For those who want to make an impression, such as using this time to present a ring or other token of affection, there are some ideas worth considering. The first would be to buy a red gift or jewelry box that contains a bag of sour cherry gummies. Perhaps begin with a speech that is impassioned or fitting for the moment before presenting an engagement ring or marriage proposal.

Because the taste is so intense, they can make a nice twist to other low calorie foods, like plain yogurt, protein ice cream, or sorbet. Just grab a few and place on top of berry, plain, or vanilla flavors and anyone who is on a diet will find this is a nice alternative to having an actual parfait or sundae that has toppings that are high in calories or fat.

Parents who are having a hard time keeping their kids away from unhealthy snacks should consider gummy candies, jelly beans, or licorice. While fruits, grains, and vegetables are the best choices for natural energy and to cut calories, sometimes children have a time withdrawing from sugar. These low sugar snacks come in a variety of flavors so it may help to recommend something that kids already like. If a child seems to like tropical flavors, there are many online retailers that carry varieties not found at all brick and mortar stores.

There are a wide variety of gummy candy flavors out there so the best measure for parents is to have kids try them all until they find one they like. Once kids find a flavor they like, they are also more likely to share with friends. Sometimes young people like to try new flavors of things just to say that they did it and others will follow based on their positive opinion.




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