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.

Boy (3-5) eating ice cream, close-up, other children in background

The Disadvantages of Ice Cream

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Graham Ulmer

I scream, you scream we all scream for... coronary heart disease? Brian Gould, professor of Agricultural Economics at the University of Wisconsin, reports that the average U.S. citizen consumes over 14 lb. of ice cream in 2006. It's clear that most people enjoy the frozen treat on a regular basis.