I hate snack cakes, I'm cautious around fried food, but the one thing I can't resist is ice cream! I absolutely positively LOVE IT! Well, any kind of frozen desert actually. It doesn't matter if it's frozen yogurt, frozen juice, a slushy, or whatever, I love it and always have to get one when I'm out! But is it healthy? Well according to an article released by News Week, that all depends on which brand of frozen treats I eat. Not all ice creams are made the same and the calorie intake could be different depending on what type of cold treat you get, portion size, and even flavor. So here are a few things you should watch out for.
Pecans, and Nuts-
Don't be fooled! Just because your flavor has pecans and nuts inside doesn't mean it's healthy to eat! That butter pecan or black walnut ice cream won't give you any points on the health side. the article reports that Häagen-Dazs Butter Pecan has 310 calories and 23 grams of fat.Fruit toppings
See Pecans and Nuts.
Shake It Up
Sundaes are better than milkshakes because they have fewer portion sizes and fewer calories.
Alternatives
Go easy on the serving sizes and don't over do the topics and other additives.The article also recommends eating sorbet or frozen yogurt as healthier alternatives. Eating slow churned ice cream is also a better choice as it contains fewer calories than regular ice cream. Frozen fruit juices made from real fruit juice is better than all other frozen snacks because they don't have any preservatives or added flavors. Don't swear off ice cream just because of this report either, like all sweets, it's best when eaten in moderation.
~Chan
ps. Doesn't that picture at the top look delicious?Yum!
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