My boyfriend put on his dating profile not to leave chocolate unattended if you didn't want it eaten. Definitely a trigger food in my house. I love it too... I got my Valentines and myself Striiv pedometers for Valentine's Day. Hopefully we'll get use out of them. - 2/12/2013   3:00:19 PM

I too love chocolate and I will buy my self some at the after holiday sales....then I put it in the drawers in the refrigerator and allow myself one piece a day every couple of days. The box is not where it is regularly seen and it will last a long time. This will work for some people, but if you are not a resister don't try it.

I also allow my self a couple of dk chocolate covered almonds and a handful of fruit and nut mix every day. Again I don't keep them where I have to go to them, not where they are right near where you are most of the time. I need the cranberries, but they are unfortunately generally very over sweetened. I like tart. I look for lines with out added salt and sugar overload. Why do raisons a other dried fruit peices need to be incrusted in sugar? They are already sweet enough but unfortunately for us it makes processing faster and cheaper for the packaging company---and a lot of americans are sugar addicted starting with lots of oversweetened cereals, juices and softdrinks, and comercially prepared snack foods we Americans are getting used to as children with evidence seen in the rising overweight child statistics. Unfortunately these established patterns can be very hard to change. Don't forget to read and compare ingredient labels and unfortunately the better products withot the sugar shortcut are usually more expensive, but generally worth it for our benefit. - 2/12/2013   9:25:41 AM

Whitman Sampler !!! But, Hershy Minature Asst. are just as good. I keep them in the freezer until I need a fix !!! - 2/12/2013   9:08:06 AM

Lindt Chocolate is best! Plus it's made in my home state of New Hampshire! - 2/12/2013   2:51:37 AM

I love all chocolate, but I like to treat myself with a little dark chocolate Dove each day. - 2/11/2013   7:05:22 PM

My favorite chocolate candy is Russell Stover, sugar free, toffee squares!
Oh how delicious--- tastes like Heath bars but fewer calories...
These are "two bite" pieces wrapped in green foil. I buy mine at Walgreens. - 2/11/2013   4:37:16 PM

My new fav - very expensive so I eat very little of it - is Sinless raw food gourmet raw vegan sugar free chocolate. If you want to REALLY taste chocolate, this is the way, not encumbered by sugar and dairy! It has136 cals for half a bar (I eat a third, and that satisfies me). It has probiotics in it too! - 2/11/2013   8:43:40 AM

I miss my candy, but it just isn't worth it and I've gotten out of the habit. Don't buy it or have it in the house anymore. - 2/11/2013   12:07:40 AM

my pick is one piece of good candy and enjoy and not just eat low calorie candy to have several kisses - 2/10/2013   10:48:08 PM

Sorry, but if I had an option between a piece of Godiva chocolate or a Hershey;s kiss, the Godiva would win every time. Nothing against Hershey's chocolate, but there's something a whole lot better about a Godiva truffle. Neither will be an issue for me, however, as I'm not likely to be presented with either choice. LOL! - 2/10/2013   10:19:43 PM

Alter Eco's organic Fair Trade chocolate with toffee is the bomb! And the iron % in all their chocolate beats all others, hands down. Don't even get me started on the taste, it's HEAVENLY! - 2/10/2013   9:24:56 PM

My newest all time fav. is TRADER JOE'S 72% CACAO DARK CHOCOLATE! I use to not like Dark, but after my resent detoxing, it tates GREAT!! - 2/10/2013   6:08:03 PM

a day without chocolate is like a day without sunshine, IMHO - 2/10/2013   6:05:57 PM

Today is my seventieth birthday and I am cooking up a large dinner(corned beef and all the vege's)for some of my friends and of course myself and my Hubby.I am doing good losing the weight and am exercising everyday.I love chocolate especially snacks and I too love the Giaradelli chocolates in the little squares.My hubby bought a large bag of them at Costco and I try to be good but sometimes I slip,today I will have at least two of them(love the caramel the best)but I remember these little goodies when I count up my calories for the day and so then it isn't so bad,having eaten two of them.Probably won't work out in my art studio tonight depends on when our friends leave.Hubby has severe COPD and is trying not to catch a cold but it may happen anyway.Well hope everyone has a fun day,CLinOregon - 2/10/2013   5:21:24 PM

It does not have to be Valentine's Day to eat chocolate! - 2/10/2013   5:17:13 PM

I am not a huge chocolate eater, but I like the dark chocolates from Lindt's and Ghirardelli. I especially have a weakness for truffles! 1 or 2 a day don't seem to wreck my weight loss. - 2/10/2013   4:14:38 PM

I too like the conversation hearts. A little sweets every now & then is okay, but I do not have to have a lot of sugar. - 2/10/2013   3:58:50 PM

I have liked the Ghiradelli chocolates recently. I cannot eat just part of a bar, so more likely buy the bag of squares when I get it. Right now I cannot do that because it just sets me off on a chocolate binge. I have also looked at the Lindt (I think I had a bar of it, but it was some time ago so can't remember if I bought it or not) in the bags, but resisted for now. My preference is the dark chocolate. - 2/10/2013   2:45:44 PM

I have boycotted everything Hershey and their subsidiaries since they fired all American workers and sent their jobs to Mexico. Only in Hershey,Pa is there any manufacturing done in U.S. Speaking with my wallet is a treat for me!! No calories and I keep my money in our country! - 2/10/2013   1:00:38 PM

Not a big Chocolate fan BUT love Lindt Truffle (the black one). Since the're hard to find portion control is relatively easy,
Never found a Hershey Kiss I liked :( - 2/10/2013   12:02:30 PM

Can not stand Valentine's please just give me NOTHING it has to be one of the most lame holidays out there. It goes way back to child hood hated getting and giving valentine cards to every kid in the class so very lame. - 2/10/2013   11:47:58 AM

Many of these treats you're comparing apples to oranges. Candy treats to baked goods for instance and only giving the sugar grams. It's important to realize that a baked good contains a great deal more carbohydrates than sugar. You need the total carbohydrate count. Yes, it's important to understand how much added refined sugar we may be indulging in, but carbohydrates are just energy in the end.
I also agree about indulgences having to satisfy. If a heart shaped donut will give you pleasure, go for it. And no one says you have to eat the "serving size" as dictated. It's Valentine's Day after all, share it with someone you love.
Hershey kisses don't win if the chocolate isn't chocolatey enough. One square of my favorite 72% cacao dark chocolate would only be 55 calories 5 carbs and 5 grams fat. It's much more satisfying than half a bag of kisses. - 2/10/2013   10:42:13 AM

Love the DARK Hersey Kiss. So good and portion controlled too! - 2/10/2013   10:28:26 AM

Interesting. Despite my username, I really don't eat a lot of chocolate, but when I do, I enjoy a little bit of quality chocolate. I'm surprised by the calorie count for the chocolate covered strawberry. If an extra large strawberry has 8 calories, one of the colossal ones probably has about/may have 12. To get to 140 calories you'd add almost one ounce of chocolate! But, I've never had one of the "pre-made" dipped strawberries so who knows, with the extras added on and all. Anyway, thanks for another great article SP. - 2/10/2013   9:51:42 AM

who needs candy for Valentines day anyways? And if you have to have it, dont matter what kind you eat. As always, do it in moteration....Give me flowers and I'm happy... Happy Valentines Day everyone... !! - 2/10/2013   8:15:40 AM

This list is very surprising. I'm not concerned about too much chocolate around. I bought some 85% Dark Chocolate on Friday and I can eat with some nut butter. Even with a intense like of chocolate I can stay away from the special Valentine pieces. Christmas is my splurge time if you call it that lol. Thanks for the information. Enjoy Valentine's Day because we LOVE ourselves too! :))) - 2/9/2013   11:11:05 PM

Life is filled with temptation masked as good things. If something is a trigger food for you, stay away. But if you can enjoy it in moderation, go for it. Sometimes, I recognize that if I don't satisfy a particular craving, I'll "eat around it," to the point I overeat bad choices. I would have been better off to simply have a single serving of what I craved in the first place. - 2/9/2013   9:25:23 PM

The only chocolate that I really indulge in is Endangered Species 88% Dark Chocolate individually wrapped squares. This is the most amazing chocolate that I have ever had! There's practically no sugar, no strange ingredients, no animal products or milk derivatives and instead of tasting bitter, it has an almost fruity taste. I eat one square as slow as can be and feel satisfied. 4 squares equals a serving, but I rarely spoil myself that much. =P - 2/9/2013   7:35:30 PM

I know Anything chocolate will get me in trouble!
I will steer clear of goodies, except, my gluten free dairy free hot cocoa! - 2/9/2013   7:05:40 PM

if I were to indulge and treat myself I would end up eating a whole bag of whatever sweets I treated myself too. I am partial to chocolate..almost any kind. after my Christmas treats were gone I havent bought anything..still going strong not keeping them in the house...even though my other half constantly wants something in the house at all times. so far ive won the battle. - 2/9/2013   6:25:11 PM

with my willpower, it is best to stay away... - 2/9/2013   2:23:57 PM

My fiance and I are going to see a silent movie with live music on Valentine's Day, and will likely be skipping the calorie-intensive romantic dinner. But if he does get me chocolates, I'd rather have just a few Godiva or Lindt truffles. If you're going to indulge, might was well enjoy high-quality calories! - 2/9/2013   2:09:58 PM

I ate about 8 large handfuls of cinnamon hearts the other day. It is 60 calories for 25 hearts. Oh well, I don't eat candy any other time of year. - 2/9/2013   1:12:39 PM

Hubby loves to "feed" me conversation hearts - making me read them too. (I know, so sweet.) So I'm glad I can get by with 11 of them since it usually stops after the first 3-4!

Dark Chocolate is yummy, but so rich I only care for 1 piece vs hershey kisses. I agree - go for the quality with chocolate! - 2/9/2013   12:34:08 PM

I *lovelovelove* conversation hearts! So glad they come in for the least calories on this list. Now I know I can indulge a little in one of my favorite Valentine's treats this year. :) - 2/9/2013   11:47:03 AM

Pretty Mich if its chcolate or a baked good, I lose it. Someone told me once that it is easier to resist the first bite than it is to go chasing after it for the rest of the day. It is so true. 5 Hershey's kisses would have me eating 50! It just sets me off to a binge. I'm better of not eating any. But when I do, I would rather have homemade chocolate chip cookies than anything else... - 2/9/2013   11:44:03 AM

I'm not a fan of sweet treats. But a good piece of chocolate does taste good once in a while. No to Hershey kisses. that is just junk candy to me.
I will indulge in a chocolate martini or one of the new chocolate mixed drinks as an after dinner treat on a special occasion. All the calories in chocolate are not worth my giving up fantastic delicious food for. - 2/9/2013   11:29:19 AM

I agree with Chiasma - Hershey Kisses just don't satisfy my chocolate craving. I've never been a fan of Hershey's chocolate. The mouth-feel lacks the smoothness of many other chocolates. I'll stick to my high quality dark chocolates in moderation, thanks. My new favorite is Equal Exchange Very Dark Chocolate (71%) from Whole Foods. - 2/9/2013   10:58:22 AM

I am not able to eat any chocolate without it setting off a binge. However, I have found I can eat raw chocolate with stevia or other non-sugar sweeteners, and this blog has inspired me to Be Prepared for 14th by buying myself a heart-shaped raw chocolate gift ! - 2/9/2013   10:46:04 AM

I give up Chocolate for Lent - so no problem this year. Plus I never eat any of these treats - good info Happy Valentines Day - 2/9/2013   10:35:40 AM

I love chocolate, mainly dark - letting it melt in my mouth; Oh - the joy! Now, I try to eat a bit of chocolate, once a week, it satisfies my hunger for it, I buy a smaller portion! I have to eat it all - that is my weakness. - 2/9/2013   10:34:20 AM

Hershey Kisses, yuk! No calories in them for me, as I won't eat them, haha. My DH has just brought me a bouquet of lilies. Now that's my idea of a Valentine gift. Mwah for him. - 2/9/2013   10:11:13 AM

I love dark chocolate. The others do not tempt me. Dove is the best. I budget my calories for a 50 calorie dark chocolate treat a few times a week. It is really the only sweet that I go looking for. - 2/9/2013   10:09:52 AM

I still think 1 heart of Dove Dark Chocolate beats all those candies! 42 calories, very satisfying and much less sugar than your average piece of chocolate! - 2/9/2013   9:43:59 AM

For me it isn't worth eating any of that stuff. ugh. - 2/9/2013   8:37:34 AM

I've grown a bit. If I decide that I absolutely want it after discussing the pros and cons with myself then I have it. I just regulate the amount I have and adjust my other intake to accomodate it. For me its better than stressing and regretting. in the end I am more successful because I decided. My decisions are becoming better and better. - 2/9/2013   8:34:22 AM

For me it isn't worth eating any of that stuff. ugh. - 2/9/2013   7:22:44 AM

The problem with this is that we're not machines. I'm much more likely to be satisfied by 3 rich Godiva truffles than I am by 5 bland Hershey's Kisses (and therefore much less likely to binge). I say go for quality. - 2/9/2013   7:09:44 AM