Ice Cream vs. Frozen Yogurt: Nutrition & Health Effects

Frozen yogurt and ice cream impact health differently, from muscle growth support to digestive triggers like diarrhea. Understanding the calorie counts and probiotic content helps you choose the best treat for your diet.

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Ice Cream & Constipation

Published Aug,23 2011 | By Clay McNight

If you're looking to get rid of your constipation, your diet is your starting point. A dip of creamy ice cream tastes good, but it might be a bad idea if you are constipated. Constipation can have a number of underlying causes, with diets high in sugar and low in fiber as primary culprit.