Ice cream is one of those desserts that many of us love. I know I can speak for myself and say there are not many things I love more than ice cream. If I could eat ice cream everyday I would, however, I know that that would not be very beneficial to my health.

Traditional ice cream is filled with lots of sugar and cream, two things no one should eat a lot of everyday. So it’s safe to say that eating ice cream everyday is not good for everyone. So the problem here is what do you do? Risk your health by eating ice cream everyday or not don’t by not eating ice cream very often? Both are not good options.

What if you did not have to choose between your health and enjoyment? Many companies are solving this epidemic by creating ice cream that uses alternative ingredients, but still taste just as amazing as traditional ice cream. Below I have two companies that are changing the ice cream game. By using alternative ingredients to make delicious and nutritious ice creams.

1. Yasso

The first ice cream alternative is Yasso ice cream. Yasso uses greek yogurt instead of heavy cream to make their ice cream. The co-founders Amanda and Drew say their mission is to “create delicious desserts with benefits". A pint of Yasso’s ice cream is loaded with protein and is low in calorie. From flavors like delicious mint champion-chip, coffee brownie break, chocolate PB & yay, and caramel pretzel mania, Yasso has plenty of delicious flavors to choose from. Better yet not only does Yasso sell pints of ice cream, but they also sell ice cream bars. So next time you want ice cream try Yasso’s for a delicious and nutritious sweet dessert.

2. Cado Ice Cream

The next ice cream alternative is Cado Ice Cream. Cado is unique because all of their ice creams are avocado based, instead of cream. This ice cream is dairy free and the avocado's add for a creamy consistent, while also adding more nutrition. This ice cream comes in three delicious flavors, chocolate, mint chocolate chip, and simply lemon. So enjoy this the next time you want a delicious frozen treat that not only taste amazing, but also is healthy.

So in the end you shouldn't have to sacrifice your health and enjoyment for a dessert. These two companies are proving that you don't. Ice cream can be made with alternative ingredients and taste just as amazing or even better than traditional ice cream.