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Health Notes by Dr. Liz
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With the outside temps climbing, cool off with frozen treats made with real fresh fruits. Check the frozen novelty aisle for a wide array of better-for-you goodies made with real fruit such as fruit bars, sorbets and fruit-yogurt pops. Here are some tips on picking healthful frozen fruit treats along with some benefits of these refreshing goodies.
With the outside temps climbing, cool off with frozen treats made with real fresh fruits. Check the frozen novelty aisle for a wide array of better-for-you goodies made with real fruit such as fruit bars, sorbets and fruit-yogurt pops. Here are some tips on picking healthful frozen fruit treats along with some benefits of these refreshing goodies.
• Fruit first: Check the ingredient label to look for real fruit like berries, peaches and the like as the first ingredient to ensure you are selecting the real thing– fruit!
• Watch added sugars: Check the Nutrition Facts Panel for added sugar, along with the ingredient list for names like cane sugar, sucrose and high-fructose corn syrup. Compare product and aim for less added sugar keeping in mind every teaspoon equals 4 grams (and your daily allotment should be less than 50 grams of added sugar daily.)
• Keep an eye on calories: Any frozen treat may come with a hefty dose of calories due to added sugar and fat. Most real-fruit treats tip in at less than 120 calories per pop or serving; if the label lists higher calorie counts, scan for a better selection.
• Big on C: Most real-fruit frozen treats supply about 15-25% of the Daily Value for this antioxidant vitamin shown to help support immune system health and healthy skin.
• Potassium plus: Real fruit and fruit juices supply the mineral potassium known for its role in healthy blood pressure regulation.
• Look for fiber: With whole fruit as a main ingredient, each treat should supply a few grams of fiber, typically soluble fiber which helps you feel full and may help keep blood sugar levels under control.
