Ice Cream Cravings

It’s that time again… the heat is on! We all start getting warmed up and craving ice cream. Unless you are like me and crave ice cream regardless of the weather.  Either way, there are times you crave ice cream and that can be very tough when you are trying to eat healthy.

I’m not saying don’t indulge in ice cream on occasion.  I never say to cut out indulgences 100%. I will say that there are times to have these heavy-duty, high calorie, sugar laden desserts… like birthdays, weddings, family reunions, etc.  The problem I see is when you have these delicious melt-in-your-mouth treats multiple times a week.  If you are like me, this is a true problem. I crave ice cream constantly in the summer heat.  Winter time I’m all about the hot chocolate, fall is for pumpkin lattes, spring and summer are times for ice cream.

Post-run frozen treat? Yes, please!

I’ve recently turned to fro-yo shops to help me curb my cravings.  It’s not the best option but I do like how I can control the portions.  It’s also theoretically better for you. Theoretically. I haven’t done a lot of research on that fact so I won’t defend it.  I do think it’s lighter on the stomach than ice cream and you can easily control your toppings.  For someone watching their food, it’s helpful.

My personal choice…

Here’s a new trick I’m trying out.  Last summer I tried making my own homemade fro-yo… with mixed results. It also took more effort than going to a fro-yo shop.  When you need to curb a craving with a better option, you have to make that option equally convenient.  If you don’t, let’s be honest, you will go with the convenient craving you are trying to curb.

So here it is… freeze yogurts.  Go pick up some delicious flavors of greek yogurt cups and stock up your freezer. I’ve just tried one and it curbed my craving.  It’s frosty, creamy, delicious and healthy!  You’ll have a serving size determined for you and it’ll even last longer than a soft serve fro-yo.  Better yet, it’ll add much needed protein to your diet!  You can always add some toppings if you’d like. Maybe some fruit or granola?

Enjoy your summer and don’t feel guilty about your pleasures!

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