The seemingly wholesome comfort foods you crave aren’t all that good for you, health and nutrition expert Rose Reisman warns.

They can feel like a warm hug on a cold winter’s day but there are some ugly truths —and hidden calories – in those restaurant meals.

Reisman stopped by Breakfast Television Monday morning to break down just how many calories you’re consuming when you finish that bowl of poutine or plate of creamy pasta.

“I’m going to break the news to you,” she said, “it’s not easy to get comfort and light and health.”

Watch the attached video for her look at restaurant comfort foods.