Though once considered a healthy snack most granolas and trail mixes are now made with a long list of diet foes such as added sugars, trans fats, and partially-hydrogenated oils. Plus, unlike cereal, for which the serving size is usually one cup, the nutrition information listed corresponds to ¼ cup of granola, says registered dietitian Laura Cipullo. “Most people eat up to three times that in one sitting,” she explains. “But since a lot of trail mixes and granolas are made with high-calorie ingredients like maple syrup, honey, nuts, and dried fruits, that can add up to 100 calories.” Use a small handful as a guide to make sure you don’t overdo it.

granolaSource: http://lifestyle.ca.msn.com/health-fitness/diet/nine-secret-calorie-bombs-lurking-in-your-diet#image=3

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