Belvita Breakfast Biscuits

skyvicky123

Thanks all for the suggestions and info. I certainly know there are healthier breakfasts but they work for me because they put me in a routine of eating/being hungry at the right time of the day and reduce the snacking.

I will try and see if I can make something similar this weekend and report back x

pondskater_2

I tried these when they were on special in Asda for £1 a pack and loved them.
However, I would not/could not pay the full price for them. Look forward to the ideas for making something similar at home.

real1314

Alison_Funnell wrote: »

Diabetics can consume sugar with in reason, it all depends on control, energy out put etc (diabetic, studied diabetes with the OU).
All grains contain carbohydrates that are broken down by the body into the simplest form - sugar. So when packageing says sugar it can mean that.

Mind you if you make any biscuit they tend to have a fair bit of sugar in them.

Protein keeps you fuller longer so include protein in any breakfast and you feel fuller longer.

No, when the packaging says sugar, it means sugar. The non-sugar carbs are not included in that. They will typically be in the form of starches.

From what I've read protein and fats make you feel fuller.

zzzLazyDaisy

Alison_Funnell wrote: »

All grains contain carbohydrates that are broken down by the body into the simplest form - sugar. So when packageing says sugar it can mean that.

The carbohydrate content of these biscuits is 64 grams per 100 grams, of which 25 grams is sugar.

So these biscuits are 25% processed sugar ... and that's before the additional sugar load from the remaining carbs as they break down. In addition these biscuits also contain dextrose (another form of sugar).

I am diabetic, and personally I'd rather have my occasional sugar treat in the form of chocolate or ice-cream... but each to her own!

tumbletots

skyvicky123 wrote: »

Thanks all for the suggestions and info. I certainly know there are healthier breakfasts but they work for me because they put me in a routine of eating/being hungry at the right time of the day and reduce the snacking.

I will try and see if I can make something similar this weekend and report back x[/QUOTE

Hi,

I , like you started eating these about three weeks ago in conjunction with starting my diet. I have managed to lose 10 lbs in the first three weeks which is really impressive for me.

I know that they are not totally responsible for the weight loss but I tend to eat a pack of four over the morning which is the time when I tend to comfort / over eat the most. And they taste lovely too!! Have just stocked up as they were half price in Tescos recently but would be interested if you find a way of making something similar. Will also have a look at the previous posters comments about Amazon.

Good luck with the diet, its not easy is it!!

Alison_Funnell

zzzLazyDaisy wrote: »

The carbohydrate content of these biscuits is 64 grams per 100 grams, of which 25 grams is sugar.

So these biscuits are 25% processed sugar ... and that's before the additional sugar load from the remaining carbs as they break down. In addition these biscuits also contain dextrose (another form of sugar).

I am diabetic, and personally I'd rather have my occasional sugar treat in the form of chocolate or ice-cream... but each to her own!

I'll pass on the chocolate but with you for the ice cream!

I have to say I would never buy biscuits in any form so don't have the packet for ingredient information. Dextrose like fructose and lactose all sugar in another guise. Sneaky these sugars.

Biscuits + me = dietary disaster.:rotfl:

Alison_Funnell

real1314 wrote: »

No, when the packaging says sugar, it means sugar. The non-sugar carbs are not included in that. They will typically be in the form of starches.

From what I've read protein and fats make you feel fuller.

I try to avoid fats for that process so couldn't say.:)

Bronnie

GFN123 wrote: »

I've never tried the Belvita biscuits so no idea if this would suffice, but I stumbled across a very healthy flapjacks when looking for a way to use up leftover apple sauce and they also do the job of keeping me full through till lunch.

If you want the exact recipe I can find it later,

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I would be interested to see this if you can find it , please. It would be handy to make for my DD, as she often needs an easy on-the-go healthy snack.

BELVITA BARGAIN For Belvita fans..........just been to Sainsbury's, 3 varieties of Belvita on offer at £1.14 per pack!!