PickleSickles

Not content to only enjoy crispy dills alongside your tuna sandwich? Good news-pickles are now dessert items too.

PickleSickles, a frozen pickle juice treat, are not only made from the brine left over from pickling but also from freshly squeezed pickles. "We use 100 percent of the pickle," says PickleSickle co-founder David Millar, who is aware that getting people to try a frozen treat made from pickle juice can be tricky. "But when people try them, they are hooked," he notes.

Once on board, fans are even happier about the added health benefits. A recent study revealed that pickles blunted a blood-sugar spike by as much as 30 percent after a high-carb meal. Studies revealed that vinegar, much like that used in the pickling process, provide a balancing benefit to combat insulin spikes. The spices used in the pickling process are also healthy. Pickling ingredients like garlic and dill help to control the growth of unhealthy bacteria in the body. An additional bonus: PickleSickles have no fat and have less than 1 gram of sugar.

As for the origins of PickleSickles? They were created by John Howard, owner of Outerskate roller-skating rink and arcade in Seguin, Texas, who has been freezing pickle juice for kids and adults, and was selling out every night. Surprised by the sales, he decided to market them as well as flavored versions, such as cherry and lemon-lime. PickleSickles (16 per box; $17.95) are available online at picklesickle.com.