In the past few years Americans have become more conscious of their diets, but many still find themselves struggling to tame their ever-present sweet tooth. The latest trend in desserts leaves both of these angles covered. You may have noticed the hype surrounding frozen yogurt, or perhaps seen a yogurt shop pop up in your town, and wondered what it was all about. At the end of 2013 there were an estimated 2,582 frozen yogurt stores, and that number is still growing as sales in frozen yogurt have increased 7% between 2013 and 2014. What exactly makes frozen yogurt yogurt healthier than its better-known counterpart, ice cream? These desserts differ on account of the amount, or lack there of, of cream in the dessert — so the main nutritional difference is the fat content.
Historically, people have been creating and eating regular yogurt for over 4,000 years where it was popular in areas of the world like India and the Middle East. Frozen yogurt however is still a relatively new concept, only being first introduced to the world in the early 1970s in New England. About 1.5 billion gallons of ice cream and similar desserts are produced in the United States every year. While ice cream may be frozen yogurt’s better-known cousin, studies have shown that there are many health benefits to frozen yogurt if consumed in moderation: it can boost your immune system, lower cholesterol, prevent some yeast infections, and can provide an excellent source of protein, calcium, and potassium. The protein contained in frozen yogurt helps to make you feel more full than you would if you ate other types of snacks or desserts, which can actually help you lose weight.
While 90% of U.S. households regularly indulge in a sweet, frozen treat, June is the month when the most ice cream and frozen yogurt are produced. Luckily, individual frozen yogurt cups can be found all year long at local or chain grocery stores, who buy the frozen yogurt cups wholesale, and then sell them to customers at an affordable price. By purchasing frozen yogurt cups wholesale, stores are able to provide many different varieties of frozen yogurt including low fat, sugar-free, non-dairy, vegan, and gluten free — not to mention all the amazing regular flavor combinations that you can think of.
Ice cream parlors and frozen yogurt shops also buy frozen yogurt cups wholesale (along with other necessities like tasting spoons, gelato cups, colored spoons, and other shop supplies) for those long summer days when customers are craving a cold, sweet treat. Frozen yogurt cups are designed to hold all of your favorite toppings. Choose healthy options such as fresh fruit, granola, and nuts to get more antioxidants, protein, and fiber in your diet; or if your sweet tooth is acting up, toss some of your favorite candies, chocolate chips, or cereal over your yogurt to make the best custom dessert for your taste buds to enjoy.