Isabelle Pinard
Reporter

Senior Meghan Choi walks out of class with a craving for an after school snack. She could go for a bag of Funions or a large Carmel Macchiato at Starbucks, but she walks to a shop with her sister for a small frozen yogurt.

“I would choose frozen yogurt because it’s a better choice than eating a big Mac or a donut,” said Choi with a broad smile.
Frozen yogurt can be a nutritious alternative to heavier, greasy snacks.

“It’s nice and tart, not too sweet and is absolutely delicious,” said Nicole Daly, 24, grinning while finishing her yogurt sample at Tuttimelon Chestnut Street frozen yogurt and gelato store.

Frozen yogurt is high in calcium, Vitamin B12 and protein, supports a healthy immune system and regulates digestion, according to the National Yogurt Association.

“Frozen yogurt used to be harder to find,” said freshman Allegra Spinoso. “Now I go to Tuttimelon every other week and it tastes great.”

The creamy treat can satisfy the sweet tooth with only 30 calories per ounce.

“I prefer frozen yogurt over ice cream because I think it’s a better food choice than ice cream,” said sophomore Madeleine Kelly.
Customers can pick and choose different flavors like Original tart, strawberry or chocolate. The brave can experiment with less traditional tastes like green tea, pomegranate or other exotic fruit flavors. Toppings of fruit or bits of candy can be added at an additional charge, but they can add extra fat and calories.

“Eating frozen yogurt is refreshing for me because it’s less creamy, lighter and you won’t get as full,” said sophomore Lauren Choi. “I just love eating it.”