Adverse effects from frequent ice cream eating?

HereAtItAgain

Hi,
Recently I'm having a lot of cravings for ice cream (and donuts and chocolates for that matter).

I run long enough to cancel out the calories from the ice cream cones I'd have after the runs, but if I were having them 2x or sometimes 3x a week (1 scoop on a sugar cone), should I be concerned of what these frequent sugar spikes are doing to my pancreas? I don't want to become pre-diabetic, THEN I really will have to seriously limit what I eat, which defeats the purpose of working out so I can indulge in things....a chicken and egg question.

I've never been a big sweets person for years, so this new increase in sugar craving is kind of unsettling. Do I need to alternate between regular and sugar-free ice creams? Or would it be alright as long as I keep exercising?

Thanks.

nikkiclaire123

i wonder if you are eating enough to keep your blood sugars level. if youve never been a sweet person then these new cravings could be your bodies way of telling you it needs more.

why not just have one ice cream per week. then you settle a craving and dont over do it

wareje

i too am an icecream fiend... lately i've been making protein 'icecream!' so easy and real yummy!
1scoop protein powder of choice, im an optimum nutrition 100%whey fan due to the awesome blendability and 100g of Greek or natural yogurt; freeze for 2 hours! ill have one every night after dinner comes in at roughly 200cals

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_Zardoz_

This poor person ate too much ice cream so be warned

FourIsCompany

Hi,
Recently I'm having a lot of cravings for ice cream (and donuts and chocolates for that matter).
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I've never been a big sweets person for years, so this new increase in sugar craving is kind of unsettling.

It's just my opinion, but this sounds like addictive behavior to me. If this were any other substance, like alcohol, tobacco, or cocaine, would it be OK to consume as much as you wanted, as long as you slept it off? I believe in moderation and freedom so frankly, it's up to you as to how much of a substance you consume, but if it were me, I would be concerned and would take steps to break this addiction.

Look up the adverse effects of sugar and read about it. And switching to chemically-sweetened sweets is even worse.

Pearsquared

No. Diabetes is caused by being overweight and not getting enough exercise. A normally functioning pancreas can handle plenty of sugar.

NonnyMary

Hi,
Recently I'm having a lot of cravings for ice cream (and donuts and chocolates for that matter).

I run long enough to cancel out the calories from the ice cream cones I'd have after the runs, but if I were having them 2x or sometimes 3x a week (1 scoop on a sugar cone), should I be concerned of what these frequent sugar spikes are doing to my pancreas? I don't want to become pre-diabetic, THEN I really will have to seriously limit what I eat, which defeats the purpose of working out so I can indulge in things....a chicken and egg question.

I've never been a big sweets person for years, so this new increase in sugar craving is kind of unsettling. Do I need to alternate between regular and sugar-free ice creams? Or would it be alright as long as I keep exercising?

Thanks.

You'd have to go get a check up by a doctor to see whats going on.

maggie16sweetxoxo

What my freezer currently looks like. So you already know my opinion.

Can I move in?

benol1

For a healthier option, substitute fresh fruit for the ice-cream.
Your body will thank you for it.
kind regards,

Ben

A_Warrior_Princess

What my freezer currently looks like. So you already know my opinion.

I'm jealous of your freezer!

Miffylou

What my freezer currently looks like. So you already know my opinion.

I'm jealous of your freezer!

Me too????????

whooter

The only adverse affect from eating too much ice cream that I know of, is that you might run out of ice cream.

mareeee1234

Icecream or gelati is the best post workout snack!! hahah.

Fit it in your day and keep your protein up in your diet and you should be good to go!

Ice cream is the best thing in the entire world

NGFive

i too am an icecream fiend... lately i've been making protein 'icecream!' so easy and real yummy!
1scoop protein powder of choice, im an optimum nutrition 100%whey fan due to the awesome blendability and 100g of Greek or natural yogurt; freeze for 2 hours! ill have one every night after dinner comes in at roughly 200cals

I love ice cream too. It's a great way to cool down when you live in the South. Thanks for sharing this healthy recipe.

NGFive

What my freezer currently looks like. So you already know my opinion.

I'm jealous of your freezer!

Me too????????

Oh my goodness! Adopt me please!

CollieFit

? Or would it be alright as long as I keep exercising?

It depends what you mean with "alright". If you mean not gaining weight, that's quite another matter to being healthy.

Running long enough to work off a diet of doughnuts and ice cream does not mean you've somehow miraculously made something unnutritious more nutritious.

missdibs1

What my freezer currently looks like. So you already know my opinion.

If I was single I would ask you to marry me !

ndj1979

as long as you under your calorie goal for the day then there is none...now if your cravings lead you to eat over maintenance then you will gain weight and would have a problem...

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BeachGingerOnTheRocks

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Eats ice cream every day. Sometimes twice a day. Lives a very happy ice cream-filled life with no sign of pancreatic issues, diabetes, or weight problem. It fits my calories and macros.

OP, you're not having any adverse health effects and are worried about things you really shouldn't worry about. Your pancreas is fine. If you're not diabetic or pre-diabetic and no doctor has ever said you should be careful about diabetes, then you shouldn't be panicking about Type II diabetes. That's on the rise because people are obese and don't exercise. When you sit in front of the tv, computer, or gaming console all day and eat too much, you get obesity-related illnesses like Type II diabetes. Your ice cream consumption is paltry by comparison and would make me sad.

elyelyse

For a healthier option, substitute fresh fruit for the ice-cream.
Your body will thank you for it.

I love fresh fruit...with all my heart....but if I want ice cream, fresh fruit is no substitute!

I say, If you can fit it in, and you aren't (pre)diabetic or lactose intolerant (ill just take a lactaid!), go for it! Look at the ingredients on most ice cream, it's pretty basic "natural" stuff. Milk, sugar, cream, eggs (I think) chocolate or other flavoring, maybe nuts, etc. sounds healthy to me!!

elisa123gal

eat a small apple before you run...see if that helps to keep you from wanting ice cream when you're finished.

pgoodt1994

I buy frozen blackberries. Have a cup, put some sugar free cool whip on them and some lightly salted peanuts.

Gee_24

I've yet to have any ice cream in the 90+ days I've started MFP. My best friend ( and housemate ) was about 9 stone. She took a liking to Ben and Jerrys Fish Food. Had a whole tub a night, about 5 nights a week.

1 year down the line she was 16.5 stone.

I COMPLETELY realise a tub a night is the reason here. But for that reason, I have been completely put off ice cream.

But oddly enough, NOT put off the Jaffa Cakes, Cadburys and Chinese takeaways that caused my own weight gain. lmao!

So GO for it. My fear is my fear. You just allot the calories for it, like I do with my occasional takeaways and ( daily ) sweeties. I've yet to start my healthy eating plan and have lost 25lbs.

ViktoryaC

It depends on how you manage the rest of your diet and activity...I'm here because I started eating major sugar 18 months ago, and gained 55 pounds! Obviously, if you combine it with exercise and healthy foods, you can avoid that fate.....

Frayde

I hate to be the one to say that even though the ingredients are basically healthy, there's a problem, but there is. Diabetes isn't the only issue. You need to consider your cholesterol too. I gave up a 5-night-a-week 1/3-of-a-container of Ben and Jerry's habit about 10 years ago and watched my total cholesterol drop from 300 to 200 in 6 months without meds. Eat ice cream in moderation. Your heart will thank you.

FourIsCompany

It's interesting that no one is talking about the long-term effects of high sugar consumption... I see most of you who are suggesting that the OP "go for it" are in your 20s and 30s. Get back to me in 30 years when your high sugar consumption has caused high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease or a stroke.

I'm all about living for today, but if that's the case, then load up on crap food and don't worry about "working it off". There's nothing wrong with being fat... that is, until you get into your 40s and 50s and the lifestyle you've chosen starts to have REAL effects on your health. Same with high sugar consumption. There's nothing wrong with it NOW... but when you get into your 50s, you may be wishing you had made healthier choices in your youth.

SweetieMelissa

No. Diabetes is caused by being overweight and not getting enough exercise. A normally functioning pancreas can handle plenty of sugar.

No! This girl in high school who was skinny and normal weight has diabetes. You probably mean non-genetic diabetes!

Edited to remove the uppercase NO!

Acg67

It's interesting that no one is talking about the long-term effects of high sugar consumption... I see most of you who are suggesting that the OP "go for it" are in your 20s and 30s. Get back to me in 30 years when your high sugar consumption has caused high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease or a stroke.

I'm all about living for today, but if that's the case, then load up on crap food and don't worry about "working it off". There's nothing wrong with being fat... that is, until you get into your 40s and 50s and the lifestyle you've chosen starts to have REAL effects on your health. Same with high sugar consumption. There's nothing wrong with it NOW... but when you get into your 50s, you may be wishing you had made healthier choices in your youth.

And can you back up your statements that "high" sugar consumption causes high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease and strokes?

Awaits epidemiological studies as "proof"

alphal0b0

What my freezer currently looks like. So you already know my opinion.

It's good to see you left some space for ICE CUBES!!! :laugh: :drinker: