Samantha Lee: (Topic Choice 3) Ben & Jerry's Lighten Up Ice-Cream!

The scene is at a standstill, humidity hanging listlessly in the air, the heat rising in waves off the concrete, and all you can hear in the background is the clear sound of a bell ringing. Your skin is scorched, your mouth dry, and your body so lost in the heat you could scream. Suddenly, an ice-cream truck rounds the corner filled with comforting treats. One of the most beloved brands of ice-cream is Ben Jerry’s, easily recognized by the brown pint-sized containers filled with a variety of unique flavors. The newest line-up of flavors is called “Lighten Up!” which presents the same classic flavors without all of the calories and fat. Ben & Jerry’s new “Lighten Up!” ice-cream is advertised to have half the fat and 29% fewer calories, while still proving to be a worthy match to its original counterpart in all of its charms of taste, texture, and appearance.

Ben & Jerry’s has come up with another endearing flavor with promises of half the fat and 29% fewer calories. Considering the cut in calories and fat, the taste of the ice-cream can still keep people coming back for another spoonful. Even though some of the personality was lost in terms of texture, the nutritional value greatly outweighs it. Overall, the new “Lighten Up!” version of Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough provides a healthy alternative to the Regular Super Premium in taste, texture, and appearance.