Nutritional Facts of Fruit Sandesh ( Calcium), Calories in Fruit Sandesh ( Calcium)

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How many calories does one serving of Fruit Sandesh have?

One serving of Fruit Sandesh gives 205 calories. Out of which carbohydrates comprise 90 calories, proteins account for 26 calories and remaining calories come from fat which is 88 calories.  One serving of Fruit Sandesh provides about 10 percent of the total daily calorie requirement of a standard adult diet of 2,000 calories.

See Fruit Sandesh recipe.

Is Fruit Sandesh healthy?

No, this is not healthy. Let's see why.

Let's understand the Ingredients.

What's good.

Paneer : Paneer contains high quality protein and calcium which aids in weight loss. Since paneer is low in carbs and high in protein it gets digested slowly and hence good for diabetesPotassium in paneer helps to reduce the effect of high sodium, by lowering blood pressure and contraction of blood vessels, resulting in improved heart health and reduced risk of heart attack. Great for weight loss and read the interesting article on is paneer good for you?

Apples : Being low in sodium, apples are effective against high blood pressure because of its diuretic effect. Don't peel the fruit to get maximum apple benefits. Two-thirds of the fibre and lots of antioxidants are found in the peel. Apple benefits diabetics as the soluble fibre assists in regulating blood sugar and is heart friendly. See detailed 9 health benefits of apple

What's the problem?

Sugar : Sugar is also called white poison. It is a simple carbohydrate with zero nutritional value. On intake, sugar will cause inflammation of the body which will last for many hours. It will spike your blood sugar level and shut down the fat burning process. To live a healthy life, try and cut sugar which from your diet. It requires a slow and deliberate attempt to do it. Find hidden sugar in packaged foods and drinks and stop having those products. Did you know that a can of your favourite soft drink is estimated to have 1/2 cup of sugar. 

Can diabetics, heart patients and over weight individuals have Fruit Sandesh  ?

No, this recipe is not good for diabetics, heart and weight loss. Too much sugar is used in this recipe. Sugar is also called white poison. It is a simple carbohydrate with zero nutritional value. On intake, sugar will cause inflammation of the body which will last for many hours. It will spike your blood sugar level and shut down the fat burning process. To live a healthy life, try and cut sugar which from your diet.

What is a healthier Indian dessert option ?

We suggest you try low fat gajjar halwa recipe which uses dates as a sweetener and low fat milk which works well for diabetics. Make oats and mixed nuts ladoo recipe which is sweetened by jaggery or oats dates and kheer

Oats and Dates Kheer, Healthy Indian Dessert Without Sugar

Oats and Dates Kheer, Healthy Indian Dessert Without Sugar

Try a jowar based Indian dessert which is s a complex carb and will be absorbed slowly in the blood stream and not cause a spike in insulin. The jowar apple sheera recipe is made with the addition of cows milk and apples and sweetened with honey.

Jowar Apple Sheera, Healthy Indian Sweet

Jowar Apple Sheera, Healthy Indian Sweet

Can healthy individuals have Fruit Sandesh?

Not suggested. Look up for healthier options.

Fruit Sandesh is high in

1. Vitamin C :  Vitamin C is a great defence against coughs and colds.

2. Calcium : Calcium  is a mineral that makes bones stay strong. Required from kids to adults.

3. Vitamin A : Vitamin A is crucial for healthy vision, cell growth and healthy skin. 

Note : a recipe is deemed high in a Vitamin or mineral if it meets 20% and above the recommended daily allowance based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

How to burn 205 calories that come from Fruit Sandesh?

Walking (6 kmph) = 1hr 2 mins

Running (11 kmph) = 21 mins

Cycling (30 kmph) = 27 mins       

Swimming (2 kmph) = 35 mins

Note: These values are approximate and calorie burning differs in each individual.

Nutrient values per serving
Energy205 cal
Protein6.6 g
Carbohydrates22.6 g
Fiber1.4 g
Fat9.8 g
Cholesterol0.6 mg
Vitamin A1148 mcg
Vitamin B10.1 mg
Vitamin B20 mg
Vitamin B30.2 mg
Vitamin C30.8 mg
Folic Acid3.8 mcg
Calcium236.6 mg
Iron0.4 mg
Magnesium0 mg
Phosphorus0 mg
Sodium6.6 mg
Potassium33.7 mg
Zinc0 mg
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