I Scream, You Scream...For Vitamins?

Here at Cold Cow, we love that our ice cream is seen as a special treat for our customers. It’s a great reward for those small life victories, for special occasions, and that particularly hot day. Of course you should moderate your ice cream consumption to some extent, but there’s some solace in the fact that ice cream does, in fact, have some nutritional benefits.

Vitamin D and calcium are two of the most vital nutrients for healthy bones, and ice cream is a great source for both of them. For older folks, adequate vitamin D and calcium consumption can help prevent osteoporosis. And for men and premenopausal women, at least 1000 daily milligrams of calcium are recommended for a balanced diet that encourages healthy bones (postmenopausal women should consume around 1200 milligrams daily).

UpToDate.com has provided a help guide to the benefits  and common sources of vitamin D and calcium (best delivered by way of a ice cold treat, of course!):

• Calcium in the diet — The primary sources of calcium in the diet include milk and other dairy products, such as hard cheese, cottage cheese, or yogurt, as well as green vegetables, such as kale and broccoli. Cottage cheese and ice cream contain approximately 150 mg of calcium per 4 oz (120 mL). Other foods, such as dark green vegetables, some nuts, breads, and cereals, supply an average of 200 mg of calcium daily. Some cereals, soy products, and fruit juices are fortified with up to 1000 mg of calcium per serving 
• Consuming calcium during childhood (eg, in milk) can lead to higher bone mass in adulthood. This increase in bone density can reduce the risk of fractures later in life. 
• Calcium also has benefits in other body systems by reducing blood pressure and cholesterol levels. 
• Calcium and vitamin D supplements have been shown to help prevent tooth loss in older adults

So what are you waiting for? If you think you deserve to indulge, go find some Cold Cow, and rest assured that the creamy, dairy goodness also has some hidden health benefits too!