Ice Cream
Ice Cream – Nutrition Facts (per 100 grams)
Calories: 207 kcal
Protein: 3.5 g
Total Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6.8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 2.9 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4 g
Cholesterol: 44 mg
Total Carbohydrates: 24 g - Sugars: 21 g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.7 g
Sodium: 80 mg (3% DV)
Vitamins
- Vitamin A: 240 IU (8% DV)
- Vitamin B1 (Thiamine): 0.04 mg (3% DV)
- Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin): 0.2 mg (15% DV)
- Vitamin B3 (Niacin): 0.2 mg (1% DV)
- Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid): 0.5 mg (10% DV)
- Vitamin B6: 0.04 mg (3% DV)
- Vitamin B9 (Folate, Folic Acid): 5 µg (1% DV)
- Vitamin B12: 0.4 µg (15% DV)
- Vitamin D: 0.4 µg (2% DV)
- Vitamin E: 0.3 mg (2% DV)
- Vitamin K: 0.3 µg (0.5% DV)
Minerals
- Calcium: 128 mg (13% DV)
- Iron: 0.1 mg (1% DV)
- Magnesium: 12 mg (3% DV)
- Phosphorus: 107 mg (9% DV)
- Potassium: 199 mg (6% DV)
- Zinc: 0.6 mg (5% DV)
Other Ingredients
- Milk and Cream (providing fat, protein, and calcium)
- Sugar (main source of carbohydrates)
- Egg Yolks (in premium or custard-based ice creams)
- Stabilizers and Emulsifiers (such as guar gum, carrageenan, or lecithin)
- Flavorings and Additives (vanilla, chocolate, fruit puree, etc.)
Nutritional Considerations for Ice Cream
- Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- High in sugar, which can lead to blood sugar spikes and weight gain.
- Contains saturated fat, which should be consumed in moderation for heart health.
- Good source of calcium, but low in protein compared to other dairy products.
- Can be high in artificial flavors and additives, depending on the brand and variety.
- Lower in fiber, making it less filling than whole food alternatives.