There is only one thing I like more than chocolate and that's ice cream. So, combine the two in a diet-friendly treat and I'm a happy girl.
I have been keeping Breyers Double Churn Light Ice Cream on-hand for years now. It contains 3.5 grams of fat, 100 calories, and a gram of fiber per serving. I had always avoided the fat-free version, up until now however, thanks to more than a few bad fat-free ice cream experiences in the 90's.
Well, fast forward to today and I am pleased to report that the fat-free version of this brand is quite different than those! It is creamy, flavorful and the texture is nice. (My friend April also taste-tested it with me and she said it seemed just a little "gummy" to her, but I did not notice this.)
Unlike regular ice cream, which provides 4.5 grams of saturated fat per serving, this type has no saturated fat. It also provides four grams of fiber, something regular ice cream doesn't contain. (Certain ingredients used to replace the fat add the fiber.) There are 90 calories per serving.
So, don't let the fat-free label fool you -- this stuff's perfect for a chocolate fix!
How do you get your ice cream cravings under control? Post your favorite varieties in the comments section!
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Words like "avoid" or "off-limits" lead you to a sense of failure when you break the rules. And honestly, when we make those rules, we will eventually break them. That's part of what makes losing weight so tough, and you don't want to make it any harder than it is, right?
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Swap a cinnamon raisin bagel for two mini cinnamon bagels to save 181 calories. (Not only does this swap cut calories, the increased volume of food will make you feel like you're actually eating more.)
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