Simple Hacks for Healthy — Yet Satisfying — Summer Treats
The last few months of the summer tend to bring the hottest temperatures – and the strongest cravings for summer’s best cold treats like popsicles, ice cream sundaes, bars and cakes, creamy shakes, and decadent frappes and iced coffee drinks. As we’re all too aware, these treats spell disaster for weight loss results and can sabotage the hard work of following a strict nutrition plan coupled with fitness center workout sessions. The good news is that you don’t have to deprive yourself completely of these sweet, cold summer treats: you just need to hack them. By making some simple changes to their ingredients, you can enjoy satisfying treats without the guilt or the calories. Ice Cream: Creamy, Lower-Calorie Substitutions The average ice cream is loaded with full-fat dairy. To boost the nutrition and reduce the calorie count while keeping that creamy texture, make your own ice cream in a blender using healthier substitutes. You can play it safe with Greek yogurt or almond milk, or get a
