Vanilla Ice Cream
Source of Calories
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrates | 16.99 g | 6% |
| Net Carbohydrates | 16.49 g | 7% |
| Sugars | 15.28 g | 44% |
| Added Sugars | 13.1 g | 26% |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 2.52 g | 5% |
| Total Fat | 7.92 g | 10% |
| Saturated Fat | 4.89 g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.14 g | - |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.33 g | - |
| Trans Fat | No data | - |
| Cholesterol | 31.68 mg | 11% |
| Vitamins | ||
| Vitamin A | 84.66 mcg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 0.43 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0.14 mcg | 1% |
| Minerals | ||
| Sodium | 57.6 mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 143.28 mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 92.16 mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 10.08 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.06 mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 0.5 mg | 5% |
% DV refers to how much a single serving of an individually packaged food or supplement contributes nutritionally to your daily diet, based on a 2,000-calorie-a-day diet. Generally, having 5% DV or less of a nutrient per serving is considered low, and 20% DV or more of a nutrient per serving is considered high.
Fat Composition
The suggested total fat consumption should be limited to 30% of total energy intake or less. The type of fat consumed should primarily be unsaturated fatty acids, with no more than 10% of total energy intake coming from saturated fatty acids (about 200 calories on a 2000-calorie diet) and no more than 1% of total energy intake coming from trans-fatty acids.
Vitamin Coverage
Vitamin A
9%
Vitamin C
0.5%
Vitamin D
0.7%
Vitamin E
1%
Vitamin K
0.2%
Vitamin B1
2%
Vitamin B2
13%
Vitamin B3
0.5%
Vitamin B5
8%
Vitamin B6
2%
Vitamin B7
-
Vitamin B9
0.9%
Vitamin B12
12%
There are 13 essential vitamins required for the body to work properly, which are categorised into two categories: fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins. Vitamins have a Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA), provided by the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs), which vary by age and sex. The %DV indicates how much one serving contributes to the average recommended daily intake.
Mineral Coverage
Calcium
7%
Iron
0.4%
Magnesium
2%
Phosphorus
6%
Potassium
3%
Sodium
3%
Zinc
5%
Copper
2%
Manganese
0.3%
Selenium
2%
Minerals are micronutrients, of which 13 of them are essential to the human body. The Recommended Dietary Allowance includes Calcium (1,300 mg/d), Phosphorus (1,250 mg/d), Potassium (4,700 mg/d), Sodium (2,300 mg/d), Chloride (1,500 mg/d), Magnesium (420 mg/d), Iron (18 mg/d), Zinc (11 mg/d), Copper (0.9 mg/d), Selenium (55 mcg/d), Molybdenum (45 mcg/d), Manganese (2.3 mg/d) and Iodine (150 mcg/d).
Protein Quality
Leucine
8%
Isoleucine
11%
Valine
9%
Lysine
7%
Tryptophan
9%
Threonine
8%
Phenylalanine
10%
Methionine
9%
Histidine
6%
Guidelines recommend a serving of protein with each meal and 1.2-1.6 g of protein per kg of body weight per day.
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📚 Health Research & Evidence About This Food
Vanilla ice cream contains significant amounts of sugar and carbohydrates, which impact blood sugar levels, and is also a source of saturated fat. Harvard Health notes that saturated fat intake, to which ice cream contributes, should be limited for heart health. Observational evidence suggests that while vanilla ice cream can be enjoyed occasionally, careful management of serving sizes and monitoring blood sugar are crucial, particularly for individuals with diabetes.
1. Diabetes and Ice Cream: Yes, It's Safe
Source: Healthline, 2012
Summary: Vanilla ice cream, like other ice cream varieties, can be enjoyed occasionally by individuals with diabetes through careful portion control, carbohydrate tracking, and mindful selection of lower-sugar options or healthy pairings to manage blood sugar levels.
Read More: https://www.healthline.com/health/diabetes/ice-cream-and-diabetes
2. What’S Your Daily Budget for Saturated Fat? - Harvard Health
Source: Harvard Health, 2021
Summary: Vanilla ice cream, in a half-cup serving, contains saturated fat, contributing to the daily saturated fat intake that experts recommend limiting for heart health.
Read More: https://www.health.harvard.edu/heart-health/whats-your-daily-budget-for-saturated-fat
3. Best Ice Cream for Type 2 Diabetes: Options and Tips
Source: Medical News Today, 2019
Summary: Vanilla ice cream, like other ice cream varieties, can be part of a diet for individuals with type 2 diabetes when consumed in moderation, with careful attention to serving sizes, carbohydrate content, and the impact on blood sugar levels.
4. Are Healthy Ice Creams Really Healthy?
Source: Cleveland Clinic
Summary: Vanilla ice cream, whether in its traditional form or as a "healthier" alternative, is primarily an indulgence and not a health food, with even low-sugar or high-protein varieties still containing calories and potentially artificial sweeteners that raise health concerns.
Read More: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/can-healthy-ice-creams-help-you-lose-weight
