We love eating cold treats in the summer. There are many types to choose from.

There are many frozen desserts, but they are not all the same. Ice cream, gelato, and sorbet are different in ingredients and taste.

Here's what makes each unique.

Ice cream is made from milk, cream, sugar, and flavorings.

Ice cream comes from milk, cream, and sugar.

The first ice cream was made in China over 1,000 years ago.

It was made with milk, flour, and camphor, then chilled.

Gelato is like ice cream but has more milk and less cream. It's made in Italy and is very smooth.

Gelato is often made by hand, which makes it better quality.

Gelato flavors are stronger than ice cream flavors.

Sorbet is a frozen treat made from fruit and sugar. It's refreshing and good for cleaning your palate.

Sorbet is made from fruit.

Ice cream has nutrients like calcium and vitamin A, but should be eaten in moderation.

Ice cream has a lot of milk fat, usually 14-25%.

Gelato has less fat than ice cream, usually 4-9%. It's lighter than ice cream but richer than sorbet.

Sorbet has almost no fat because it's made without dairy. But it often has more sugar.

Sorbet is made from fruit and sugar, and is dairy-free.

Sorbet is low in calories and fat, but also low in nutrients except for vitamin C.

If you want to lose weight, sorbet might be a good choice. But ice cream has more nutrients.

Ice cream has more vitamins and minerals, but also more sugar and fat. Both should be eaten as occasional treats.