These Low-Calorie Ice Cream Treats Are Perfect For Summer
These Low-Calorie Ice Cream Treats Are Perfect For Summer
Healthy ice cream kinda seems like an oxymoron, right? Well, it's 2o19, and the world of healthy (yup!) ice creams is straight-up flourishing.
But how do you pick a healthy ice cream that actually tastes good?
First things first: look at the ingredient list. The shorter, the better and, major key, the ingredients should be recognizable, says Michal Hertz, RD, a dietitian in New York City. "Also watch out for sugar alcohols such as sorbitol and erythritol, which help lower the number of calories but can also cause GI distress and discomfort. Try to stick to ice creams that have no more than five grams of sugar alcohols per serving."
Other pointers? Steer clear of low-fat labels, which amp up sugar to make up for lost taste, additives such as cellulose gum and carrageenan that can also cause GI problems.
If that sounds like a lot to keep in mind during your next grocery shop (in addition to simply remembering your list!), you're in luck. Here are 14 nutritionist-approved healthy ice creams to help you pick the right pint:
Creamy doesn't even cut it.
