# Anti-Inflammatory Ice Creams This Turmeric + Black Pepper Flavor is a Healthy Frozen Dessert By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-07-06 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healthy-frozen-dessert References: [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/BTIUCDND_f-/?taken-by=virtuous_pie&hl=en) & [virtuouspie](https://virtuouspie.com/blog/canada/your-virtue-our-vice-cream/) Virtuous Pie is a pizzeria and ice cream parlor that specializes in making inventive plant-based creations, including everything from its own cashew-based cheese to [healthy frozen desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-dairy-free-decadence-series). Virtuous Pie's ice cream menu includes options like Hawaiian Vanilla, Peanut Butter Cookie Dough and Coffee + Donuts, as well as Turmeric + Black Pepper. The latter is described as "an [anti-inflammatory treat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-glowinspired-winter-menu)" that boasts the bright coloring of yellow turmeric root. The pairing of turmeric and black pepper is more than just a novel combination. When black pepper is added to turmeric, it increases the bioavailability of curcumin in turmeric, as well as provides a range of other health benefits. The ice cream treats from Virtuous Pie can be enjoyed as part of a [tasting flight](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-summer-pie-series), as well as by the scoop or pint. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Plant-based Ice Cream:** The rise of plant-based ice cream presents opportunities for innovative flavors and ingredients. - **Functional Foods:** Incorporating anti-inflammatory ingredients into ice cream taps into the growing demand for functional foods. - **Bioavailability Enhancers:** Exploring ingredients like black pepper that enhance the bioavailability of nutrients opens up possibilities for creating nutritious food products. ### Who This Affects Most - **Frozen Desserts:** The frozen dessert industry can benefit from developing more plant-based options that cater to health-conscious consumers. - **Health Food:** The health food industry can capitalize on the demand for functional foods by creating innovative products that incorporate anti-inflammatory ingredients. - **Spices and Seasonings:** Spices and seasoning companies can explore partnerships and collaborations with food businesses to showcase the benefits of their products in enhancing bioavailability. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Veggie-Infused Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggies-you-crave.md) - [Pearlescent Plant-Based Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunscoop-supergoop.md) - [Spicy Pepper Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cafehto.md) - [Asian-Influenced Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sabai-creamery.md) - [Veggie-Infused Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smugglers-ice-cream.md) - [Vegetal Ice Cream Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-farmers-market-series.md) - [Chili Crisp Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spice-cream-collection.md) - [Festive Feast Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thanksgiving-themed-ice-creams.md) - [Pie-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-summer-pie-series.md)