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http://jacksonville.com/opinion/blog/403501/joy-batteh-freiha/2011-07-01/americas-favorite-frozen-treat

America's favorite frozen treat 

Submitted by Joy Batteh-Freiha on July 1, 2011 - 3:00pm Joy Batteh-Freiha's Blog 
July was designated as National Ice Cream Month in 1984 by the late and former President Ronald Reagan, who recognized the sweet confection as a fun and nutritious food enjoyed by approximately 90 percent of Americans.

And Cowabunga Ice Cream, a national maker of ice cream and frozen yogurts, wants people to know that the delectable treats are not only tasty and delightful, but make an impact on our economy, generating billions in annual sales and provides jobs from thousands of people, according to Ellen Schack, founder of Cowabunga Ice Cream.

Here are some cool facts about ice cream:

. The Northern Central states have the highest per capita consumption of ice cream at 41.7 quarts. 

. More ice cream is sold on Sunday than any other day of the week. 

. Ice cream consumption is the highest during July and August.

. The most popular flavor in the U.S., according to NPD Group's National Eating Trends In-Home Database, is vanilla (27.8 percent), followed by chocolate (14.3 percent), strawberry (3.3 percent).

. Children ages 2 through 12, and adults age 45 + eat the most ice cream per person.