Homemade ice pops are fun for the family and can even be building blocks for good nutrition. Registered dietitian Sharon Frilot shows how easy it is to make four kinds of ice pops. Get your ingredients. A blender and ice pop mold are the only tools you’ll need.  

Chocolate banana protein pops have ingredients that can help you manage your blood pressure and build and repair muscle. 

• 2 ripe bananas
• 1 cup milk
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 

Mango chia seed ice pops have vitamin C to help boost immune health and omega 3 fatty acids that are good for heart health and cognitive function. 

• 1 cup mango
• 1 cup pineapple
• 1 cup coconut water
• 1 teaspoon lime juice
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds 

Fruit pops are easy if you don’t want to use a blender. Simply place your fruit of choice in the ice pop mold. Add coconut water that is a natural source of electrolytes to help your hydration. You can top it off with a protein supplement or protein drink. 

Yogurt pops made with blueberries are full of antioxidants. Greek yogurt has probiotics good for your gut health and local honey adds flavor.