We don’t mean to burst your bubble, ice cream lovers, but the amount of calories, fat and sugar in a scoop of the sweet frozen stuff could really make you scream. That’s right: One cup of plain vanilla ice cream can clock in at 273 calories, 15 grams of fat and 28 grams of sugar. And that’s just vanilla!
Fortunately, here at Nutrisystem, we know that depriving yourself of your favorite foods can actually backfire, so we’ve got you covered with some super simple, delicious “Nice Cream” recipes.
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When ice cream is nothing to fear, we call it “nice cream.” It’s a guilt-free, easy-to-make ice cream treat that is as diet-friendly as it is refreshing. Nice cream combines nutrient-dense frozen fruit with low-fat liquids to provide a sweet and nutritious treat that will cool you off in a pinch. Ice cream cravings are no longer something to be feared.
Check out this round-up of nine diet-friendly ice cream recipes that will keep your taste buds singing and your belly shrinking!
Note: If you’re a sorbet seeker, enjoy these sweet treats right out of the blender. Like your ice cream on the firmer side? Pour the mixture into a glass container and pop it in the freezer for an hour or so. Use an ice cream scooper to serve.
1. Banana Split Nice Cream
Forget diet friendly, this dessert is dinner party worthy! Strawberries, chocolate, peanuts and banana combine for a flavor blast of sweet and savory. Bananas, vanilla extract and nonfat Greek yogurt make up the base of this creamy dish. Nonfat Greek yogurt is protein-rich and delivers a nonfat serving of your recommended daily dairy intake. Add the sweet and eye catching strawberry sauce for some extra vitamin C. Peanuts and chocolate chips are the perfect crunchy topping.
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2. Cake Batter Nice Cream
Birthday cake temptations, beware: There’s a new treat in town that won’t sabotage your weight loss. Using almond milk makes this recipe lower in fat. Belly busting bananas provide a dense base that may help you feel fuller. A serving of Vanilla Nutrisystem Shake Mix balances out the recipe to ensure you’re eating a creamy, dreamy treat full of protein to keep you satisfied.
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3. Sweet Potato Pie Nice Cream
Enjoy the flavors of fall with the excitement of summer! A delicious desert with all the southern charm, Sweet Potato Pie Nice Cream sounds (and tastes!) like it belongs in a gourmet ice cream shop. But you can make it right in your kitchen. Using low fat dairy free almond milk and bananas creates a winning weight loss recipe of high fiber and low calories. Sweet potato creates a diet-friendly “Nice Cream” full of vitamin A, C and B6.
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4. Mint Chocolate Chip Nice Cream
It is amazing what a blender can do for your weight loss journey. Creating your favorite summertime treat is easy! And making it diet-friendly is even easier. Using fiber-rich, belly busting bananas, spinach rich in iron and calcium, low-fat almond milk and a few mini chocolate chips, you can enjoy a delicious treat without compromising your weight loss dreams.
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5. Salted Caramel Nice Cream
The salty sweet combination can be a craving that is hard to tackle in a healthy way. Not anymore! Creating an ice cream that is low in fat and high in fiber right in your kitchen is possible. Using low-fat almond milk, potassium-rich bananas and protein-rich Greek yogurt, you’ll be eating a well-balanced snack. Sugar-free caramel sauce and a pinch of sea salt is all you need to satisfy that salty sweet craving.
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6. Blueberry Almond Nice Cream
You don’t need heavy fat-loaded dairy to create perfect ice cream recipes. Banana and almond milk are a match made in heaven! They create the perfect low-fat, nutrient-dense base that delivers loads of creamy flavor. Frozen blueberries and slivered almonds boost the nutrition of this snack by providing antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. This recipe takes all the guilt out of your summertime favorite ice cream.
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7. Skinny Pumpkin Ice Cream
Pumpkin is a fall flavor that is craved all year round. Make up a batch of this Skinny Pumpkin Ice Cream and have it in your freezer ready for you when cravings strike. Bananas are the perfect base, providing potassium, B6, vitamin C and fiber. The fiber found in bananas may help moderate blood sugar and reduce appetite… perfect for your weight loss goals. Pumpkin puree is also rich in potassium and fiber helping you reach your recommended daily intake. Sugar-free maple syrup and pumpkin spice give this ice cream recipe the sweetness and spice it needs.
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8. Caramel Toffee Crunch Ice Cream
Nothing screams indulgence like the decadent combo of caramel and toffee. And somehow, our recipe developers have figured out how to capture all the flavor of this delicious duo, and all the creaminess of everyone’s favorite sweet treat, without packing in a ton of sugar and calories. Featuring just four simple ingredients, bananas, almond milk, sugar-free caramel sauce and your Nutrisystem Toffee Crunch Cookies, this rich and creamy treat is as easy to make as it is to eat.
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9. 3-Ingredient Mango Sorbet
Mangoes have always been one of our absolute favorite fruits. They’re packed with vitamin C, plus they’ve got fiber and beta-carotene (a precursor to vitamin A), too. But this recipe, made from frozen mango chunks, pineapple juice and almond milk, takes our appreciation for mouthwatering mango to a whole new level. Sweet, fruity and creamy, this sorbet is everything you want out of a warm weather treat.
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Can’t get enough ice cream recipes? Click here for even more tasty ideas! From Cinnamon Vanilla and PB & Chocolate to Mango Madness and Chocolate Cherry, we’ve got a flavor sure to make any ice cream lover scream!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is African Mango Extract Caffeine-Free?
An average person’s caffeine intake was measured. The results were surprising.
A cup o coffee has about 100mg of caffeine. A small glass with cola contains around 40mg. But what if you could have caffeine without drinking any calories at all?
This is where African mango extract comes into play! It provides the same energy boost as caffeine but without added sugar and calories.
African mango extract can also help increase focus and concentration as well as improve brain function.
What is an African mango?
British explorers discovered the fruit during an expedition into Africa. It has been grown for centuries in South America but, because of climate change and deforestation its production is now declining.
The African Mango Project will reverse this decline by promoting sustainable ways to grow fruit in East Africa.
They also aim to create local jobs and improve the lives of communities living near plantations.
Their goal is to have the first commercial crop ready for harvest within 5 years.
Are there natural alternatives for prescription drugs like Phentermine to suppress your appetite?
The most common alternative for those looking for weight loss without the side effects of prescription diet pills is green tea extract. Green tea extract has caffeine that stimulates metabolism. Also, epigallocatechin gallate(EGCG) helps reduce fat by stimulating thermogenesis.
Green tea contains antioxidants, which fight free radicals and protect against damage due to stress and oxidation.
But, green tea does NOT cause weight loss. Green tea simply improves your body’s ability to burn calories.
Yes, green Tea can aid in weight loss. But, it won’t help you lose weight unless your diet is controlled in calories.
L-Carnitine may also be used as a supplement. This amino acid boosts energy levels and promotes muscular growth. It doesn’t suppress your appetite so you need to continue eating regular meals.
How to take African Mango Extract
Mango extract is simple to make. Just cut open a fresh ripe mango and scoop out the flesh into a blender bottle. Blend until smooth.
You can also strain the pulp to obtain a finer consistency. Store in a cool dark place.
The pulp can be frozen for future use. This will save you money on buying another batch each mango season.
Can I eat carbs if I am following the Ketogenic Lifestyle?
You can eat carbohydrates when on the Ketogenic Food Diet. These carbohydrates should be kept to a minimum. Instead, eat high fiber veggies such as broccoli and cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels Sprouts, kale. These veggies will give you energy without adding calories.
Make sure you eat plenty nuts and seeds, olive oil, coconut oils, butter, lard and bacon. These foods have high amounts of saturated fats. They are vital for ketosis.
Do smoothie cleanses work?
It is important to know if you are eliminating toxins from your body. You may have another problem if you don’t.
Cleansing must eliminate all toxins from your system in order to be effective.
If this isn’t happening, you either aren’t drinking enough water or haven’t been eating properly.
You might also want to reduce your salt intake and avoid caffeine.
Other possible reasons for not seeing results could be:
- Your digestive system isn’t functioning correctly. This means that your body doesn’t absorb what you take in.
- Insufficient protein is a problem. Protein helps build muscle tissue.
- You are eating too many carbs. Carbs are stored energy.
- Too much sugar is a problem. Sugar can cause insulin spikes. This slows down your metabolism.
- Not enough fats are being consumed. Fats are needed to absorb certain vitamins.
- You are consuming too few essential fatty acids (EFAs). EFAs are known to reduce inflammation.
- Your fiber intake is too low. Fiber absorbs cholesterol and bile sodiums. Fiber also speeds up digestion.
- Not enough vitamin C is being consumed. This is essential for collagen production. Collagen keeps your skin firm and elastic.
- You are eating too little. It is best to use a standard cup measurement for measuring portions.
- It is possible to consume too much alcohol. You can get very dry from alcohol.
- High levels of caffeine are not healthy. Too much caffeine can damage the liver.
- Too little magnesium is being consumed. Magnesium can be essential for healthy bones, muscles, and teeth.
- Your potassium intake is too low. Potassium must be consumed to maintain fluid equilibrium in the body.
What drink can be used to overnight lose belly fat?
Drinking plenty water is the best and fastest way to lose weight. Drinking enough water helps burn calories and keeps you full longer, making you less likely to snack on foods high in sugar and carbs. Water flushes toxins from your system and helps keep your skin young and healthy.
Most people skip meals when dieting. Skipping meals can slow down your metabolism and make you feel more hungry. So try to eat small frequent meals instead.
Drinking more water can help you resist the urge to eat snacks. Drinking less water can cause your body to burn calories at a slower rate and make you crave sugary drinks. Add a squeeze of lemon juice to your water to enhance its detoxifying properties.
Drinking water can promote weight loss because it makes you feel fuller, faster, and helps you feel fuller. Research has shown that people who drink eight glasses per day are less likely to gain weight than those who only consume four cups. Water can help you feel fuller without adding additional calories.
Wait about 30 minutes after you wake up to have anything to eat. Hormones like insulin begin to regulate blood sugar levels within 10-15 minutes of waking up. These hormone surges often put us in hunger mode. If we wait until after these hormone surges occur, we can avoid feeling a rush of sugar and then crash.
Take a snack with you to lunch. A snack between lunch or dinner can prevent you from overeating later on in the day. Enjoy a piece or two of fruit with peanut butter, or whole grains toast with peanut sauce.
Don’t eat right before bed. It has been shown that sleeping is more beneficial for the body’s ability to metabolize nutrients, so getting up earlier can help you stay slimmer.
Do not go to bed hungry! You should eat a light meal an hour before you go to bed. You might be surprised at how much food you need to fall asleep.
Green tea can be added to your daily schedule. Catechins are plant compounds that lower inflammation and increase metabolism. Green tea has catechins. A Journal of Nutrition study found that green tea drinkers who consumed three cups daily of the beverage had a greater weight loss than those who didn’t. A second study revealed that green tea intake increased men’s metabolic rates by three percent over twelve weeks.
Statistics
- On average, they experienced 28 pounds (12.8 kg) of weight loss, a 6.4-inch (16.2-cm) reduction in waist circumference, and a 6.3% dip in body fat (5Trusted Source (healthline.com)
- Nature’s Health Goji Berry – Lycium Berries – Maintain Vision Health – Jam-Packed with Vitamins A & C – 580 mg per Serving – 60 Veggie Capsules – Non-GMO Emerald Labs Goji Berry – 40% Polysaccharides – 60 Vegetable Capsules (amazon.com)
- According to a 2014 review, even prescription weight loss pills don’t work as well as you might assume. (healthline.com)
- According to another review from 2012, CLA may make you lose about 1.5 pounds (0.7 kg) compared with a placebo. (healthline.com)
- On average, they may help you lose 3–9% of your body weight compared with a placebo (56Trusted Source (healthline.com)
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- IGOB131 is a novel, seed extract of West African plant Irvingia gabonensis. It significantly reduces bodyweight and improves metabolic factors in overweight people. This was in a randomized double-blind placebo-controlled study – PMC
- A case of renal failure developing in association with African mango consumption – PMC
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- A novel herbal formulation for weight control: efficacy and tolerance – Stern (2013) – Obesity Wiley Online Library
- Forskolin Consumption and Body Composition in Obese and Overweight Men – Godard 2005 – Obesity Research Wiley Online Library
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How To
The Best Natural Appetite Supressants for Weight Control
Any substance that reduces food intake and does not cause side effects like vomiting, constipation or diarrhea, dizziness (drowsiness), dry mouth, headaches, dizziness, dizziness, dry mouth, dizziness, dizziness, dizziness, dizziness, dizziness, dizziness, dizziness, dizziness, dryness, dry lips, or other symptoms such as constipation, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea for weight loss, is a natural appetite suppressant
There are many methods to naturally lose weight. Dieting is one way to lose weight naturally. The goal of dieting is to reduce calories compared to the usual food you eat. This could mean eating less calories than usual, skipping meals or eating smaller portions. Exercise is another way to naturally lose weight. Exercising means increasing your level of physical activity. This can be done by running fast, walking, dancing, swimming, biking, hiking, jogging and doing strength training.
Natural appetite suppressants have no side effects, such as constipation, heartburn and stomach cramps. They are safer than prescription medication with many side effects. You can try them if you wish. Before you try these products, consult your doctor.
