Question

Wow i just had a large dairy queen blizzard and I was shocked at the amount of points. Why so many?  

Answer 1

Its friggin icecream. What would be healthy abt that?! Ofc it's a lot of points LOL

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Especially a LARGE and then what you add to it.  

Answer 2

Lots of fat and sugar.  

Answer 3

A popsicle that is only 50 calories is 3 points.  

Answer 4

St popsicle 1 point

Answer 5

Bc dairy queen puts fillers in there ice cream. If u went to a different ice cream place like a homemade ice cream it would be a lot less

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@stalingrad4 ice cream is made with cream and sugar. Home made or not it’s still going to have a lot of points. Unless you get the no sugar added one.  

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@stalingrad4 homemade ice cream traditionally is worse for you unless you have some sort of secret recipe

Answer 6

And the blizzards are usually filled with candy and toppings right? I’ve never had one but I would think probably 10-15 points?  

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@crownpiece I’m guessing more like 20?  

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@crownpiece oh it’s way more than 20 - 48 for a Reese’s large  

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@crownpiece 60+ for large cookie dough.  

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Most of the smalls are 30-40 points. Larges are 50-65 points. My mother-in-law was trying to be nice and got a small peanut butter blizzard for my son that is also doing WW and he was horrified to see it was 30 points. He ate half and put it in the freezer.  

Answer 7

Because it’s all sugar and cream.  

Answer 8

You should have gotten a mini.  

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@pol my thoughts exactly! WW is about portion control and making mindful choices! This was neither!  

Answer 9

This is a joke, right? You're just messin' with us

Answer 10

I already looked and a large McD shake is 55. So I won’t be going there !  

Answer 11

Why so many? Seriously? Did you think a large ice cream with a ton of calories, sugar, fat. would be anything other than a ton of points? ‍♀️‍♀️

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Please be nice Amy. We are here for support and encouragement.  

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You know they are joking right?  

Answer 12

Well I started back 3 weeks ago. I lost 4 lbs 1st week so I cheated on Sunday after weigh in, spent the rest of week trying to be whete I was. The next week I did exact same thing, weighed in back to same spot. I am not having a blow up self day this week. I am working out 2 hrs 5 days each week and I k ow I am also building muscle as the cellulite belly and thighs are looking much firmer. I have been at this spot for 18 mths or so, probably only because muscle was turning back to fat- TIME TO MOVE ON ME!  

Answer 13

Mac donalds ice coffees R soooooo bad

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@allness621 I make my own iced coffee now from home. 2 pts (1 tablespoon of your favorite creamer) these bad boys are the point savers! Pour to taste!  

Answer 14

I'm pretty sure she couldn't be serious.  

Answer 15

This is why you check before you eat. All ice cream is full of sugar. Track and move on.  

Answer 16

I like to get a premier chocolate and blend with a banana and ice is only two point and it is pure protein

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@rutherford When you blend the banana it adds points

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@rutherford I do this too! Sometimes I will add two TBSP of the powdered peanut butter if I have the points. Good stuff right there. Have you done the vanilla flavored with a banana and strawberries? Awesome!  

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@rutherford I do this also but I add 1tbsp cocoa powder. Adds more richness.  

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@govan how

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@rutherford all blended fruit adds points. It brings out something in them but I don’t remember what.  

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@rutherford When you blend any fruit they are not zero anymore. If you go to recipe builder/create a recipe. At the bottom there is an option if this is a blended fruit- you have to check it. Bananas definitely have points when blended.  

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@therron oh woo thanks I didn’t know that

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Lots of people who consume blended fruit in MODERATION don't count them if they're 0 on their individual plan. It's a personal choice. No one got fat from eating fruit. You do you though And there's nothing "magical" that happens when you blend fruit to account for added points. It's a way to help you not to overeat. Many people would have a hard time eating a banana, berries, peaches, etc. etc. in one sitting, but if you blend them, they make a nice sized smoothie that you could easily drink. It's designed to help with portion control.  

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@aglitter75 This! ⬆️ I can’t eat that much fresh fruit at a time but I could plow my way through a ton of fruit in smoothies or dried.  

Answer 17

I have to say I have wanted something & knew it would probably point me out but something in me said, so what. I follow my gut feelings. The eat binge that blew my last 2 weigh ins to a zero gain, zero lose, I set myself up for. Not this week. I am not in need of a junk food day. Hopefully this week I will lose

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I have to say I agree with you. I guess no one else has just “gone for it” once you started weight watchers. I too have been blown away by the points of something after the fact. I hope OP doesn’t get discouraged by the shock of responders that “how dare she not know”. I do now believe in tracking first and no longer have a cheat day- like you said it can take a week to recover. ❤️

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@dansby yes the cheat daus were planned, and I have just started counting everything but that was my get back on to it time. Now I am back and I am sure I will blow it occassionally but thats life. I wish I would have been able to lose the entire weight 1st time, maintaining it has been fairly easy but life in way. I broke bones, my 90 years old parents needed me and each of their deaths emotionally tore me apart. But I am ready now, I can do this. Fingers crossed

Answer 18

Are you joking?  

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@rodneyrodolfo9 really? Smh

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@gilmagilman yes.  

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@rodneyrodolfo9 I know I completely agree

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Probably should have said really! Smh

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@gilmagilman I thought you were shaking your head at me. I should try to remember how much I was in denial before I lost weight though. I just ate anything not “knowing” it was bad or high in calories.  

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@rodneyrodolfo9 seriously though a large blizzard? That's a bit of a stretch.  

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@gilmagilman This is true. But I can remember getting an Ultimate breakfast sandwich and hash brown from Jack in the box AND a large Frappuccino from Starbucks. Everyday for breakfast. Just going about my life not even thinking it was bad. Oh and wondering why I was 400lbs. At least she is paying attention to what she is eating. And I guess if she wants a treat, she can get the child size blizzard.  

Answer 19

I bet it was freakin delicious tho!  

Answer 20

Track before you eat

Answer 21

Tracking before-hand is a great idea! I learned the hard way when I ordered and subsequently enjoyed my Starbucks Grande Chai Tea Skinny. Then I looked up the point value. oops! Now I order a Flat White Grande with Almond Milk on the rare occasion that I’m at Starbucks.  

Answer 22

Maybe budget for a mini next time? Or get a cone?  

Answer 23

Please tell me this was sarcastic humor.  

Answer 24

A large McDonald’s shamrock shake is 39 points AND 103 carbs! . No thanks!  

Answer 25

Because a large is a ton of ice cream. An actual “serving” of ice cream is only 1/2 cup. A large blizzard is about 2 cups or more of ice cream.  

Answer 26

For starters you ordered large if your going to splurge stick to small and it’s all fat and sugar

Answer 27

On a related note. What is s good treat at DQ? I ordered a fudge bar yesterday which was 2 or 3 on the app only to be told they don’t have them. I got my son a small shake and wound up with nothing for me as I couldn’t find anything quick in the app that wouldn’t blow a day’s worth of points.  

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I have a friend that saves up points for a DQ kids cone, 8 points. But the fudge bar is the lowest I found.  

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@procumbent Gamblin do some DQs still have the fudge bar? I wonder if it’s just my location.  

Answer 28

Don’t they have like a mini size?  

Answer 29

I’m confused by this post. If you’re on WW, what would make you think it’s a good idea to get a large dessert and expect change in your weight?  

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@selenite1230 because we need to stop telling ourselves we can never indulge or never break the rules! It's ok to do occasionally. But then get refocused. It's the word 'never' that keeps people from changing.  

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@andalusia, if nothing changes, nothing changes.  

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@selenite1230 I've fallen more times than a toddler - but I got up! And I'm currently very successful in my life & career. It's ok to indulge occasionally (in my opinion) But that's what works for me. I respect your opinion

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So agree @andalusia you still have to live hun small steps

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You can eat what you want but it’s about making better choices and minimizing portions. No one says you can’t splurge.  

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@selenite1230 wow how rude ! She didn’t say she was surprised she gained weight gained weight. So why attack that ? Yes maybe she should have checked the points before ordering but we all have weak moments!  

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@skelly35111, this isn’t a weak moment. You don’t have “one weak” moment like this. This is a lifestyle and habit if one needs to ask how a LARGE can be so many points. If this woman is that baffled about the foods she eats, she needs to put in the work, get educated and start putting gearing in motion.  

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I crack, too. But I do it by eating one piece of cake. Not a whole one.  

Answer 30

. that's kind of dumb hun.  

Answer 31

Honestly Sally, I’m really sorry for all the mean comments. We all make mistakes! I usually get a mini size when I go to DQ and it is personally the perfect portion .  

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@gent6631 @therron Roszkowicz I really don’t think people are being mean here. They are giving her an honest opinion. Clearly, she intended to eat the blizzard or she would have checked the points first. No choice is the end of the world. I’m sure she now knows that ice cream has mega points so she tracks and moves on. That’s what weeklies are for. In reality, if someone posts something like this, they should expect some critical comments. In fact, maybe she should hear some criticism, it could make her more aware that there could be consequences to her choices. Sally’s an adult and can chose to eat and post whatever she wants. as we all do.  

Answer 32

Give her a break. It’s a whole different game when children are involved. it’s not their journey and the kiddos will have pizza and ice cream on a weekly basis. Try taking something with you next time that will help you get by. Good luck sweetheart. most of the time people are more supportive!  

Answer 33

This is a joke

Answer 34

First of all, I really believe this is a sarcastic or non-serious/comical post. Second of all, let’s say it IS serious. It would be beneficial to go to meetings and put some research into WW. Support on the back is good, but follow up with what this person needs to do to be successful (which again, would be putting in the work).  

Answer 35

It’s literally candy and ice cream. Wtf.  

Answer 36

Yup. Brutal. My take is if you are trying to lose weight and eat healthy, that should be completely cut out. I know that is not everyone's take on treats. Everything in moderation is so true. But. if I am wanting to get some traction and get my weigh loss journey into full swing, and feel better, cut that stuff out 100%. Doesn't mean you will never have it again but for the time being, no. I am 2 pounds away from goal. I don't feel deprived of anything. I would have eaten one of those without a care in the world. plus a Starbucks Frap! That's what got me into this mess to begin with!  

Answer 37

Should be even MORE!  

Answer 38

Isn’t this the kind of junk food that got us where we are right now? It’s all the bad stuff in a cup! Fat, sugar, and who knows what else. IMO, nobody should be putting this crap into their bodies, especially in a large size. Maybe check points first?  

Answer 39

If I treat myself with something like this I get the smallest size I can but even the smallest size can be a complete sugar bomb. Check before eating and have your treats but think smaller or share.  

Answer 40

Because it is good!  

Answer 41

Just live life and enjoy your large blizzard. Life is short. Tomorrow is another day.  

Answer 42

Don't sweat it. You don't eat those every day after all. Just be better tomorrow or else have a healthy dinner  

Answer 43

Okay, I have a favor, and before you start bashing me. I have paid many times for WW through the years and just stopped doing the app. Met my goal, over a year ago. however, I have misplaced my zero point list. If you have it , would you please share? If you don’t feel led to do so. I understand, no smart remarks, please. I have it somewhere.  

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Just search online. It's easily available

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@exclave thanks, didn’t think of that.  

Answer 44

There’s a lot of alternatives. I love enlightened red velvet it’s 2 pts per serving so 4 for a cup!  

Answer 45

Because it taste so gooooood

Answer 46

Track before eating and this will help you make better choices. You may still decide to take the hit, but do it and. move on. To everyone with negative responses, please don't be so judgemental. We need. to encourage and not discourage our members.  

Answer 47

Fat and sugar

Answer 48

Sooo much sugar!  

Answer 49

Tons of ice cream

Answer 50

Once a month I have a mini. 19 points.  

Answer 51

You dont eat Blizzards if your on a diet.  

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@coyne says who? If she wants a blizzard, she can have one. Just track it!  

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@coyne sure you can use weeklies and roll overs We can have anything in moderation Lifestyle not diet  

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You only live once. If you want a blizzard you have one!  

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@coyne That is a crazy thing to say. We live in the real world, we're human, and once in a while we can have a treat. And no one really uses the word diet anymore, it's a lifestyle. I hate that word diet because diet is what you're going to go on and then go off which isn't what's supposed to happen. A lifestyle is the way you should be living all the time which means paying attention to what you eat, how much you eat, and how you feel.  

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@coyne it’s not a diet a life style Change

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There are no forbidden foods. Everything can fit in if one plans for it. And, like everyone else indicates, it's not a diet.  

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@coyne WW isn’t a diet it’s a lifestyle change lol  spoken as a true blizzard fan! If I get one it’s Oreo cheesecake and it’s a large. If I’m treating myself I’m doing it right lol down 110lbs  blizzards are my favourite treat!  

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You are so right you are in charge it is your life

Answer 52

I thought Weight Watchers wasn't considered a diet. It's a lifestyle.  

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@jailer Exactly!  

Answer 53

Anything we love - yep sugar - are so so high in points. We can not be on a diet for life - so ww is not a diet it is a change to our way we see food. So once and a wild we can have those overly fatty or sugary food - as long as we do not do it every week.  

Answer 54

I always check the points before hand

Answer 55

For god’s sake, you’re literally eating ice cream with candy bars or cookies mixed in. Are you seriously asking why?  

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Peanut butter parfait is 36 points, but entirely worth it on rare occasions.  

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@severally be kind

Answer 56

Love DQ Blizzards! Haven’t had one since joining WW in January though. Would have a mini as a treat though. Just waiting for the right moment  

Answer 57

Fat my dear, and carbohydrates.  

Answer 58

I can imagine a large blizzard is a ton of points!  

Answer 59

Then more sugar higher the points

Answer 60

She is human so she had ice cream. In time you learn that the binge eating is getting you no where a slip up is allowed as things start to kick in perhaps next time she will get a small or may say no. Everyone’s journey is different.  

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@malone I don’t think that’s the point. Everyone is entitled to eat ice cream or any other splurge food. But she is asking why it has so many points. So people are simply providing her with the answer. It’s a large. It’s full of fat and sugar. Simple answer.  

Answer 61

It's chocked full of fat, sugar, & chemicals. It has no dairy or real food in it. If you're really craving a Blizzard, add fruit & not candy, & get a mini-Blizzard, it'll have fewer points

Answer 62

Lots of sugar in those. Some times though its worth saving the points to have one. Ive been trying to focus on smaller portions of the treats I love but sometimes half a box of girl scout cookies may get sacrificed. m

Answer 63

Fat and sugar. I eat the mini sometimes. Its like 2 days worth of points crazy huh?  

Answer 64

I suspect this is a rhetorical question. why oh why is all the good stuff so high in calories and points? And why isn’t it at least good for us? And why didn’t I check the points before I ate?  

Answer 65

If you are really a member of WW, you will know why it has so many SP. it must be a rhetorical question.  

Answer 66

Sometimes you just have to have what you’re taste buds tell you. Good for you. Tomorrow is another day. Don’t worry about it, Hakuna Matada! You only live once and I bet it was worth every point.  

Answer 67

@wireman you look FABULOUS! And what a beautiful couple  

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Error posted to wrong person. But sometimes you have to give into the cravings.  

Answer 68

Try having the Mini size. I did last night and it was plenty. The Larges are HUGE!  

Answer 69

ICE CREAM!  

Answer 70

I can barely eat a small. I usually get the mini ones

Answer 71

That is part of the journey, figuring out what we did not know before.  

Answer 72

My question is did you enjoy it? If so good for you! You should be aloud to treat yourself once in awhile with out being shamed.  

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Agree but then don't seriously ask why it has so many points, yes?  

Answer 73

They sure are good tho

Answer 74

Yummy yummy u had love in ur tummy! Smile! xx

Answer 75

Some of these responses are kind of mean. Its just ice cream, not the end of the world.  

Answer 76

Sugar I’m guessing

Answer 77

Fat and sugar

Answer 78

Ice cream and candy.  

Answer 79

Fat. No protein or fiber. Carbs.  

Answer 80

My favorite cheat!  

Answer 81

What? Fat loaded ice cream blended with sugar loaded toppings is high in points? . Just don’t worry about it girl, you deserve a treat here and there.  

Answer 82

Those and Mc Flurries are an insane smountvof points! Tomorrow is another day!  

Answer 83

Pretty sure this is sarcasm lol

Answer 84

Ice cream that is low fat is higher than cartons at the store, a senglenserving size of a blizzard is higher than other ice cream since it has the additional fillers placed in it. 1 serving size of ice cream is 1/2 cup plus then when you multiply by the number of servings in a large you most likely get additional points for each additional 1/2 cup. Then the additional toppings in a large versus the lower size also needs to be multiplied. So a large blizzard is very very high since you are having multiple ice cream servings plus fillers.  

Answer 85

Yea if i get the small. im pretty much done for the day but sometimes you just want to scratch that itch!