Which yogurt would you chose?
RawCarrots
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If you have a choice between these two, which would you go for, and why? I have the extra calories to spare and usual high on carbs and low on protein. Second one has slightly more calories and protein, but less sodium and sugar
Option 1: 118 cals, 17 carbs, 4 fat, 5 protein, 50 sodium, 16 sugar
Option 2: 151 cals, 18 carbs, 6 fat, 8 protein, 2 sodium, 12 sugar
Option 1: 118 cals, 17 carbs, 4 fat, 5 protein, 50 sodium, 16 sugar
Option 2: 151 cals, 18 carbs, 6 fat, 8 protein, 2 sodium, 12 sugar
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I wouldn't eat either of those. Neither are healthy. I'd get plain greek yogurt and add my own fruit. Then I'd have at least 2xs the protein and half the sugar.0
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There is no option for neither
At the moment it is one or the other, does it make a difference which one or are they both the same? Humor me, I'm trying to improve my nutrition knowledge and only end up more confused.0 -
Neither. I eat plain greek 2% yogurt. It has the lowest carbs and no additives.0
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I'd do option one!
Help it helps!0 -
Fage 0% non fat Greek Yogurt only 100 calories but 18g of protein and only 7g sugars, I add fresh blueberries. Getting protein this way is helpful to me not great on eating protein daily.0
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If you have a choice between these two, which would you go for, and why? I have the extra calories to spare and usual high on carbs and low on protein. Second one has slightly more calories and protein, but less sodium and sugar
Option 1: 118 cals, 17 carbs, 4 fat, 5 protein, 50 sodium, 16 sugar
Option 2: 151 cals, 18 carbs, 6 fat, 8 protein, 2 sodium, 12 sugar
if you need protein then the second, but i would generally agree with 'neither' and go for fat free greek yoghurt - loads of protein, no fat (obviously) and much lower carb0 -
i'd go for option 2 - higher fat & protein, lower sugar, if i had to.
but i'm with everyone else - greek yoghurt and add my own fruit
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Probably neither, but because I prefer my yogurts to have at least 12g of protein (I only eat greek yogurt, although I've been lazy lately and getting the flavored kinds).0
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OK, one of these is a plain low fat yogurt with a spoon (15g) of granola. I thought I'd try that since it is supposed to be the healthier option, I know granola does have a lot of carbs and sugar, but don't like the yogurt plain or with fruit, and I'm looking for a realistic snack that I know I WILL eat every day (not force myself and "forget" )
So I was quite shocked to find out that when I checked the labels it turned out pretty much like my usual "unhealthy" one.
I'm very shocked at the 18g of protein mentioned by somebody above, will check all the labels when I get back to the shop next time! Didn't know there is such a massive difference between brands!!:noway:0 -
OK, one of these is a plain low fat yogurt with a spoon (15g) of granola. I thought I'd try that since it is supposed to be the healthier option, I know granola does have a lot of carbs and sugar, but don't like the yogurt plain or with fruit, and I'm looking for a realistic snack that I know I WILL eat every day (not force myself and "forget" )
So I was quite shocked to find out that when I checked the labels it turned out pretty much like my usual "unhealthy" one.
I'm very shocked at the 18g of protein mentioned by somebody above, will check all the labels when I get back to the shop next time! Didn't know there is such a massive difference between brands!!:noway:
Only Greek yogurt has a lot of protein, pretty much. I've found regular yogurt to be a bit of a waste of calories honestly.
Fromage frais / fromage blanc is another great option but can't be found in the US unfortunately!0 -
OK, one of these is a plain low fat yogurt with a spoon (15g) of granola. I thought I'd try that since it is supposed to be the healthier option, I know granola does have a lot of carbs and sugar, but don't like the yogurt plain or with fruit, and I'm looking for a realistic snack that I know I WILL eat every day (not force myself and "forget" )
So I was quite shocked to find out that when I checked the labels it turned out pretty much like my usual "unhealthy" one.
I'm very shocked at the 18g of protein mentioned by somebody above, will check all the labels when I get back to the shop next time! Didn't know there is such a massive difference between brands!!:noway:
why does it have to be a yoghurt?
there are millions of things you can snack on if you're not a yoghurt person - cheese, nuts, carrot & hummus, ham, fruit, boiled eggs, glass of milk, if you're in the uk look at graze boxes...0 -
Of course I do snack on other things as well, it's just I was asking specifically about yoghurts.
Did a quick check online in my local supermarket and the "Greek" yoghurt has pretty much the same nutritional info as the one I bought. Apparently they don't sell Sage where I am. Will have to do more research later, than you 0 -
Fage0
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apart from the 'neither' thing
I'd go for the one with the better flavour. why eat something that has less calories but doesn't taste as good when you have the calories to spare for the one you actually want? All depends on what you wanna eat right now...0 -
Get Greek yogurt. Even if you eat the flavored ones you come out ahead as far as healthier.0
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Personally I would go for option 2.
Unless number one tastes better 0 -
If I had to choose between the 2 yogurts you listed, I'd take option 2. I usually just get plain Greek yogurt and add whatever I want to it. Sometimes I make a dip with garlic and lemon juice and eat that with veggies, and sometimes I add baking cocoa, honey, and vanilla for a sweet treat. Fage Total 2% and Stonyfield Farms Greek yogurt would be my two favorite brands.0
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The second simply because it has more protein and I need all I can get. But if you have the calories for either, pick the one with the flavor you prefer.If you have a choice between these two, which would you go for, and why? I have the extra calories to spare and usual high on carbs and low on protein. Second one has slightly more calories and protein, but less sodium and sugar
Option 1: 118 cals, 17 carbs, 4 fat, 5 protein, 50 sodium, 16 sugar
Option 2: 151 cals, 18 carbs, 6 fat, 8 protein, 2 sodium, 12 sugar
As for those saying neither are healthy, BAER.0 -
Get Greek yogurt. Even if you eat the flavored ones you come out ahead as far as healthier.
My Key Lime Oikos Greek Yogurt:
160 calories
18 carbs
4.5 fat
11 protein
75 sodium
17 sugar
Explain to me, other than a few more grams of protein, what's better about that than what's listed.0 -
Get Greek yogurt. Even if you eat the flavored ones you come out ahead as far as healthier.
My Key Lime Oikos Greek Yogurt:
160 calories
18 carbs
4.5 fat
11 protein
75 sodium
17 sugar
Explain to me, other than a few more grams of protein, what's better about that than what's listed.
In this case nothing. but Oikos isn't real greek yogurt.. it's processed to be like Greek yogurt.
Real Greek yogurt has like 3 ingredients.
ETA: Sorry, I mixed up Oikos with a different "greek yogurt" brand. I just looked it up. But once you add all the fruity things to the yogurt it doesn't stay healthy. Plain Greek yogurt + fresh fruit is a better option to keep protein high.0 -
Get Greek yogurt. Even if you eat the flavored ones you come out ahead as far as healthier.
My Key Lime Oikos Greek Yogurt:
160 calories
18 carbs
4.5 fat
11 protein
75 sodium
17 sugar
Explain to me, other than a few more grams of protein, what's better about that than what's listed.
In this case nothing. but Oikos isn't REAL greek yogurt.. it's processed to be like Greek yogurt.
Real Greek yogurt has like 3 ingredients.
Milk, water, sugar. Those are the non-flavoring ingredients listed on my container of Oikos.
Greek yogurt is just regular yogurt that has been strained a few extra times to make it thicker.0 -
Get Greek yogurt. Even if you eat the flavored ones you come out ahead as far as healthier.
My Key Lime Oikos Greek Yogurt:
160 calories
18 carbs
4.5 fat
11 protein
75 sodium
17 sugar
Explain to me, other than a few more grams of protein, what's better about that than what's listed.
Oikos is as bad as Yoplait. It's just candy. Get Fage if you can.0 -
Get Greek yogurt. Even if you eat the flavored ones you come out ahead as far as healthier.
My Key Lime Oikos Greek Yogurt:
160 calories
18 carbs
4.5 fat
11 protein
75 sodium
17 sugar
Explain to me, other than a few more grams of protein, what's better about that than what's listed.
Oikos is as bad as Yoplait. It's just candy. Get Fage if you can.
I repeat:
Milk, water, sugar. Those are the non-flavoring ingredients listed on my container of Oikos.0 -
Get Greek yogurt. Even if you eat the flavored ones you come out ahead as far as healthier.
My Key Lime Oikos Greek Yogurt:
160 calories
18 carbs
4.5 fat
11 protein
75 sodium
17 sugar
Explain to me, other than a few more grams of protein, what's better about that than what's listed.
In this case nothing. but Oikos isn't REAL greek yogurt.. it's processed to be like Greek yogurt.
Real Greek yogurt has like 3 ingredients.
Milk, water, sugar. Those are the non-flavoring ingredients listed on my container of Oikos.
Greek yogurt is just regular yogurt that has been strained a few extra times to make it thicker.
Greek yogurt should only contain:
Pasteurized Skimmed Milk (or whatever milk it uses depending on 0% or 2%, or full fat) and Live Active Yogurt Cultures.
No sugar and no water.0 -
Fage ingredients:Get Greek yogurt. Even if you eat the flavored ones you come out ahead as far as healthier.
My Key Lime Oikos Greek Yogurt:
160 calories
18 carbs
4.5 fat
11 protein
75 sodium
17 sugar
Explain to me, other than a few more grams of protein, what's better about that than what's listed.
In this case nothing. but Oikos isn't REAL greek yogurt.. it's processed to be like Greek yogurt.
Real Greek yogurt has like 3 ingredients.
Milk, water, sugar. Those are the non-flavoring ingredients listed on my container of Oikos.
Greek yogurt is just regular yogurt that has been strained a few extra times to make it thicker.
Greek yogurt should only contain:
Pasteurized Skimmed Milk (or whatever milk it uses depending on 0% or 2%, or full fat) and Live Active Yogurt Cultures.
No sugar and no water.
STRAINED YOGURT [ Grade A Pasteurized Skimmed Milk, Live Active Yogurt Cultures (L. Bulgaricus, S. Thermophilus, L. Acidophilus, Bifidus, L. Casei)], Blueberries, Cane Sugar, Water, Corn Starch,Pectin, Lemon Juice Concentrate, Natural Flavor.0 -
And the plain Oikos has only milk and active yogurt cultures.0
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Fage ingredients:Get Greek yogurt. Even if you eat the flavored ones you come out ahead as far as healthier.
My Key Lime Oikos Greek Yogurt:
160 calories
18 carbs
4.5 fat
11 protein
75 sodium
17 sugar
Explain to me, other than a few more grams of protein, what's better about that than what's listed.
In this case nothing. but Oikos isn't REAL greek yogurt.. it's processed to be like Greek yogurt.
Real Greek yogurt has like 3 ingredients.
Milk, water, sugar. Those are the non-flavoring ingredients listed on my container of Oikos.
Greek yogurt is just regular yogurt that has been strained a few extra times to make it thicker.
Greek yogurt should only contain:
Pasteurized Skimmed Milk (or whatever milk it uses depending on 0% or 2%, or full fat) and Live Active Yogurt Cultures.
No sugar and no water.
STRAINED YOGURT [ Grade A Pasteurized Skimmed Milk, Live Active Yogurt Cultures (L. Bulgaricus, S. Thermophilus, L. Acidophilus, Bifidus, L. Casei)], Blueberries, Cane Sugar, Water, Corn Starch,Pectin, Lemon Juice Concentrate, Natural Flavor.
Everything past the Milk and Live Active Yogurt Cultures are added in the small fruit thing that comes on the side that you add in. It's not IN the yogurt untill you add it.. hence why you should get plain and add fresh fruit.0 -
Everything past the Milk and Live Active Yogurt Cultures are added in the small fruit thing that comes on the side that you add in. It's not IN the yogurt untill you add it.. hence why you should get plain and add fresh fruit.
Why "should" I when I don't enjoy eating that? I like my key lime and I like my fruit-added yogurt. It tastes better to me.
So since I enjoy it and, ultimately, it has the same nutritional value as the plain with some things added to it, why "should" I get plain and just add fruit?0 -
I usually just get plain Greek yogurt and add whatever I want to it. Sometimes I make a dip with garlic and lemon juice and eat that with veggies.
This sounds delicious, will have to try it.
OP, theres not uch differnce between the 2 options so I'd definately base my decision on flavour, HTH.0 -
I'd go for 2 as the protein per kcal is slightly better. But I'd rather just eat plain yoghurt which has about 10g protein per 100 kcals0
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