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Emma Brown
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Are crumpets a good snack? They don't have too many calories, but are they nutritionally poor?
Crumpets are not necessarily a 'bad' snack - it is just that there are much healthier snacks that you can eat!
Crumpets are low in calories and fat, but, as a white processed carbohydrate, they do not contain a lot of nutrients or fibre. Crumpets are classed as a low GI food, which means that they are easily broken down in the stomach during digestion and are quickly absorbed. This means that they are not going to fill you up or satisfy your hunger for long.
A much better choice would be a slice of wholemeal toast. A medium slice would have around the same calories as one crumpet. The difference is that you will be eating the whole grain, which contains all the fibre, vitamins and minerals that your body needs to function efficiently and keep you healthy.
So, to answer your question, I'm afraid crumpets are nutritionally poor in comparison to wholegrain carbohydrates. However, they are not going to do you any harm if you have one as an occasional snack.
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