LValentine's Day seems to be synonymous with enormous boxes of chocolate - tasty, but not great if we're trying to eat healthily.
But Valentine's treats don't have to be super high in calories.
In the above video, fitness and nutrition expert John Basedow shares his tips on how to stay healthy, but still feel like you've indulged on 14 February.
You can cut calories by switching decadent chocolates with chocolate covered strawberries, Basedow suggests.
Two strawberries dipped in chocolate are only around 75 calories. Plus if you use dark chocolate you'll also get a dose of antioxidants.
A bowel of mixed berries are another great option - think blueberries, raspberries and blackberries for traditional Valentine's colours.
Check out the video for more top tips.
10 Epic Valentine's Day Food Fails
Cookie Heart … Attack(01 of28)
You’d think the classic heart-shaped cookie pastry would have been perfected by now. But novice bakers still end up making the “Exploding Heart” cookies instead. (credit:Pinterest)
Brief Jerky is as wrong as it sounds(02 of28)
Edible underwear is already a dubious concept, add preserved meat to the equation and you are looking at a very unromantic Valentine’s Day snack. And it’s not like beef jerky is easy to tear off either, so imagine the awkwardness of trying to bite off a piece of underwear for a good two minutes while still trying to be sexy. (credit:Instructables)
Pizza Heartache(03 of28)
Even when you order out, a Valentine’s food fail could show up at your door. This heart-shaped pizza might have turned out looking better if someone just meticulously bit along the pizza crust to create a heart. (credit:Guff.com)
Cinnamon Roll Heart Failure(04 of28)
At least if you fail at making Cinnamon Roll Hearts, your house will still smell nice. At least that's what you can tell yourself to make yourself feel better. (credit:Military Spouse)
Dessert Arrangement/Harassment(05 of28)
There’s a reason why those Food Network competition shows always give grades for plating. For instance, this dessert arrangement just turned a potential romantic evening into a potential restraining order. (credit:Epic Fail)
“Enjoy Your VD” Cake Fail(06 of28)
OMG. You really have to be protective of your acronyms, especially when it comes to VD. LOL. (credit:Babble)
Calling A Spade A Spade(07 of28)
Sometimes you’re so in love, your whole world turns upside down … like this heart cake that ended up as a spade cake. (credit:Babble)
Coffee Fail(08 of28)
Even a simple cup of coffee can make you look like an ass on Valentine’s Day. (credit:Pinterest)
Contruct A Heart(09 of28)
You could argue that this isn’t a fail, but rather a valiant attempt and recovery from the inability to bake a heart shaped cake. Hopefully your Valentine is merciful and give you an “A for effort”. (credit:Youtube)
You Rock My World(10 of28)
This is actually a great Valentine’s Day Rorschach test. If your lover sees a guitar, then you're on the same page. If your lover sees something else ... well, all might be even better ... or really awkward. (credit:Collect Videos)
NEXT: Still Want To Try? 17 Valentine's Day Recipes(11 of28)
Bacon Hearts (12 of28)
The easiest way to win a man’s heart is with bacon. So why not try making Bacon Hearts? It’s easy; just fold the bacon and bake.
Lovers' Lunch(13 of28)
This is so sweet, yet so simple. Just cut some heart shapes in a typical work lunch and wait for the stories of “awwws” and giggles from your loved-one’s co-workers.
Strawberries Dipped In Greek Yogurt(14 of28)
Chocolate covered strawberries are such a Valentine’s Day cliché now. Greek Yogurt Strawberries, on the other hand, not only look different and delicious, they are also easy to make. Just cut the strawberries in half and dip them into vanilla flavored yogurt and freeze them. You can even passionately break a serving plate and yell “Opa!”. (credit:Crhideas)
A Hearty Breakfast(15 of28)
Have some colourful Valentine’s cereal on the go with these pink cereal bar hearts – featuring dried cranberries. Find out how to make these at AllRecipes.com. (credit:AllRecipes.com)
Valentine’s Day Apples(16 of28)
If an apple a day keeps the doctor away, then these adorable red and green apples with mixed up heart cutouts will keep the Relationship Doctor away too. (credit:9 Bytz)
Heart Eggs In A Basket(17 of28)
Another beautiful Valentine’s Day breakfast that looks so easy…ish. If you mess up trying to get the egg fried in the proper position in the bread, just claim you were trying to make French Toast.Get the recipe at June Berry. (credit:June Berry)
Heart Inside A Log(18 of28)
I always wondered how they made patterns and images in log cakes, until I saw Anna Olson effortlessly do it on the Food Network. Nevertheless, it’s still impressive to see, and not entirely effortless when I tried it on my own. (credit:Pinterest)
Sensual Sushi(19 of28)
Sushi is the perfect dish to try out your culinary creativity on Valentine’s, thanks in part to the sticky rice that is easy to craft and mold into hearts … or anything else you can imagine to get your lover in the mood. (credit:Japan Centre)
Cupcake Hearts(20 of28)
Look at how intricate this multi-heart cupcake is. All this effort has to be rewarded with more than just thank-you peck on the cheek. How about a peck for each heart at least? (credit:Cute Cupcakes Recipes)
Apple Pie of Roses(21 of28)
Nothing says 'I love you' quite like a dozen roses and an amazing this amazing apple pie!Get the recipe: Tastebook
Whisky Sriracha Candies(22 of28)
Add a little heat to your sweets with whisky and sriracha sauce!Get the recipe: Olives for Dinner (credit:Olives For Dinner)
Dressed In Hearts(23 of28)
These hand-painted hearts will show your loved one just how much dedicated you really are.Learn how to add a print to your cake roll: Dulce Delight (credit:Dulce Delight)
Red Velvet Nutella Cinnamon "Roll" Hearts(24 of28)
If your loved one is nuts about Nutella, bake up a batch of these red velvet Nutella hearts and smother them with as much Nutella and cream cheese as your/their heart desires!Get the recipe: Yammiesnoshery (credit:Yammies Noshery)
Bacon Roses(25 of28)
Sure, candy hearts and chocolate will win over some people, but if you want to make a carnivore swoon, it's all about these bacon roses.Follow this handy step-by-step guide: Instructables (credit:Instructables)
Heart-Shaped Brownie Boxes(26 of28)
Fill these brownie hearts with even more sweets for your sweetie and top it all off with a handwritten love note.Follow the step-by-step guide: She Knows (credit:She Knows)
Easy Valentine's Day Fudge(27 of28)
Let conversation hearts do the talking for you and decorate a delicious pink fudge with the candies and sprinkles.Get the recipe: Something Swanky (credit:Something Swanky)
Peek-A-Boo Pound Cake(28 of28)
Hearts collide in this peek-a-boo surprise pound cake.Learn how to add a sweet surprise into your pound cakes: Very Culinary