Low-Cal Frozen Treat Alert: Arctic Zero


Updated 12/07/11 9:46 AM · Posted by · 10 comments

Arctic Zero Ice Cream — No Fat Low Calorie Ice Cream

If your fave indulgence is ice cream, I've got good news for you. There's a new brand of "ice cream" that won't have to wait for that disastrous breakup to justify you seeing the bottom of the carton. An ice cream critic myself, I wasn't sure I would be sold, but a taste test has made a believer out of me. The new label, Arctic Zero, brags less than 150 calories per pint (yes, per pint, not Read more

Do You Eat Low-Fat Treats?


Updated 03/31/10 1:49 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 16 comments

Do You Eat Low-Fat Sweets?

By the 1990s, being on a low-fat diet was all the rage: for every full-fat product available, there seemed to be a low-fat alternative. Low-fat branding meant that all those forbidden foods like ice cream and cookies could now be enjoyed without guilt. While the low-fat push worked for some, it caused others to simply eat more than they normally would, making their calorie and sugar intake shoot Read more

Diet Tip: Don't Overdo It With Low-Fat


Updated 06/13/08 4:52 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 15 comments

Diet Tip: Don't Overdo It With Low-Fat

Often we see the term "low-fat" or "nonfat" on a product, and it triggers something in our brains to think that we can eat more of the item because, after all, it's low-fat. Just keep in mind that it's very possible to end up eating more calories by eating a lot of the low-fat food rather than just eating a small amount of the full-fat food. This happened to me when Snackwells came out. Remember Read more

Fast & Easy Dinner: Low-Fat Fettuccine Alfredo


Posted by partysugar · 8 comments

Fast & Easy Dinner: Low-Fat Fettuccine Alfredo

I love everything about creamy, decadent pasta sauces. However, I know they're incredibly unhealthy. That's why I enjoy making lighter versions like this low-fat fettuccine Alfredo. The recipe calls for skim milk and tons of crunchy, green broccoli. A small amount of good quality parmesan cheese adds depth and flavor. To recreate this classic pasta dish in a more healthful manner, read more Read more

Low Fat French Fry Alert


Updated 02/04/08 2:17 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 17 comments

Low Fat French Fry Alert

I know many of you have a weakness for french fries, and they are often your favorite cheat food. Well, folks in the food industry are looking out for you and have developed My Fries, which I will gladly share of course. These revamped french fries contain 25 percent less fat than regular fries, which is good if you are trying to watch your waist line. They are coated with something called i3 Read more

Low-Fat Red & White Dessert For the 4th


Updated 07/07/07 11:56 AM · Posted by partysugar · 17 comments

Low-Fat Red & White Dessert For the 4th

Sorbet is a great alternative to ice cream. It's perfect for those who are lactose intolerant, refreshingly fruity, and way lower in fat. While it's great served alone in a delicate little bowl, it's more festive as part of a super simple frozen dessert. This dessert is so simple, the only thing you need is time for it to freeze. Purchase groceries today, assemble tomorrow night, and serve on Read more

Healthy Dose Link Time!!!!!!


Updated 06/25/07 1:05 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 2 comments

Healthy Dose Link Time!!!!!!

About: Low Fat Cooking has the low down on eating shrimp as part of your low fat diet. The Weighting Game poses the question Alli: Friend or Foe? fitPod's new music mix is 40 minutes of "pulsing bodyworking beats" designed to get your body moving. Did I mention this play list is FREE? iFit&Healthy has some tips on dealing with the plateaus of weight loss. The Skinny Website weighs in Read more

Dessert Without The Guilt: Low Fat Banana Mousse


Updated 10/12/09 6:15 PM · Posted by partysugar · 17 comments

Dessert Without The Guilt: Low Fat Banana Mousse

I know I'm guilty of posting far too many delicious, drool worthy desserts that are full of fat, butter, cream, chocolate, and everything else bad for us. To make up for all of the fattening recipes, and to please my dear friend FitSugar, I recommend that we make a creamy dessert that is low in saturated fat, cholesterol, and sodium! The smooth mousse takes its full balanced flavor from real Read more

Understanding Ice Cream: Light, Low Fat, Reduced Fat


Updated 06/09/07 12:34 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 6 comments

Understanding Ice Cream: Light, Low Fat, Reduced Fat

You might be asking yourself what is confusing about ice cream? It is delish, cold, creamy and loaded with fat. Well not always since ice cream manufacturers have become hip to the fact that consumers are watching their waistlines and fat intake. So you might see ice cream labeled "light" or "low fat," but buyer beware those terms do, in fact, mean different things. Here is a little primer for Read more

Low Fat Banana Bread With Chocolate, Cherries and Walnuts


Updated 12/02/11 4:21 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 12 comments

Low Fat Banana Bread With Chocolate, Cherries and Walnuts

I had two very large, very rotten bananas sitting on my kitchen counter. When life gives you rotten bananas you make banana bread (or smoothies, but I was in a baking mood). I wanted to try to make a low fat version and I found this non-fat version, but since I added chocolate and it also contains nuts the entire package has some fat in it. Since the recipe is vegan it contains no butter and Read more