The healthiest way to satisfy your sweet tooth is with fruits or veggies. However, if an apple just won’t do, opt for low-fat or fat-free candy that contains fewer sugar grams.
The following chart displays calories, fat, percentage or calories from fat, and sugar content for a variety of low-fat candy. Serving sizes vary.
| Candy | Calories | Fat (g) | % Calories from Fat | Sugar (g) |
| Wonka Sweet Tarts (8 pieces) | 50 | 0g | 0% | 13g |
| Dots Assorted Fruit Gundrops (11 pieces) | 130 | 0g | 0% | 21g |
| Lifesavers Gummies Sours (11 pieces) | 130 | 0g | 0% | 27g |
| Good and Plenty (33 pieces) | 140 | 0g | 0% | 25g |
| Hot Tamales Cinnamon Candies (20 pieces) | 150 | 0g | 0% | 23g |
| Swedish Fish (20 pieces) | 150 | 0g | 0% | 31g |
| Strawberry Twizzlers (4 pieces) | 160 | 0.5g | 3% | 19g |
| Starburst (8 pieces) | 160 | 3g | 17% | 22g |
| Skittles (1/4 cup) | 170 | 2g | 11% | 32g |
| Junior Mints (16 pieces) | 170 | 3g | 16% | 32g |
Good Neighbor Pharmacy, October 2012
Image source: Evan-Amos as a part of Vanamo Media
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