Who doesn't love ice cream?
In addition to lactose intolerance, and dairy allergy or sensitivity, studies have shown that dairy can cause inflammation in the digestive tract, and inflammation in the digestive tract can lead to leaky gut.
Leaky gut (increased gut permeability) can lead to a wide range of symptoms and health problems including skin rashes and skin rash flares, food allergies and food sensitivities, and clearly, gut symptoms.
To avoid the potential pitfalls of consuming dairy, a non dairy 'ice cream' may be the answer to your "I wish I could eat ice cream but can't because it upsets my stomach (and everything else)" prayers. For you, there's 'ice cream' the JCB Nutrition way!
In a food processor, you can use any combination of these items or similar items
Frozen banana
Blueberries, other berries (not frozen if using frozen banana)
Almond or coconut milk (go lightly because too much liquid will make your 'ice cream' too watery)
Chocolate chips (dark chocolate or bitter sweet)
Nuts, seeds, nut/seed butters
Honey or maple syrup to taste (go lightly on added sugar)
Avocado and/or coconut oil
Coconut flakes
Other healthy treats
Process until blended, transfer into a bowl (garnish if desired) and enjoy!
Jennifer Brand, MPH, MS, CNS is a clinical nutritionist helping children with dry, flaky, weepy, red, itchy, painful rashes navigate the journey to healthy skin and enjoy a childhood free from disruptive skin symptoms.