Which yogurts are best to eat?

Hi all,

So I am new to the whole fitness/weightloss world.

And I checked MFP and saw that the yogurt I was consuming contained more FAT
than any other meal in my food diary.

Please do advise which are better choices?
And do quote BRANDS and PRICES as well.

I love yogurt but not the FAT ! :)

Replies

  • prism1968
    prism1968 Posts: 121 Member
    I'm sure there are many opinions on this, but I like Chobani Greek 100 cal packs. They seem to have the most 'natural' ingredients of all the ones I've looked at, and I like their flavors. Also, the protein is high (12 grams) for the calorie count and they have 3 sources of probiotics. Also, my local grocery often has these for under $1.00 a piece. Fage is the best TASTING to me, but is more caloric and more expensive.

    From their website....

    About Chobani® Greek yogurt

    More protein per serving than regular yogurt
    Only natural ingredients
    No artificial flavors or sweeteners
    No preservatives
    Made with milk from cows not treated with artificial growth hormones**
    Includes live & active cultures
    Three types of probiotics
    Gluten free
    Kosher certified
    Vegetarian friendly
    Less than 5% lactose
  • melaniecheeks
    melaniecheeks Posts: 6,349 Member
    What's wrong with fat?
  • Shropshire1959
    Shropshire1959 Posts: 982 Member
    I love yogurt but not the FAT ! :)


    WTF? There is NOWT wrong with fat .. jezzzzzz
  • DR2501
    DR2501 Posts: 661 Member
    As stated, fat isn't all bad. I like Yeo Valley plain natural yoghurt as its (as the name suggests) made from all natural ingredients. I also like Total 0% greek, as its really thick lice ice cream so great on mixed berries and nuts for dessert.
  • 04hoopsgal73
    04hoopsgal73 Posts: 892 Member
    If you're trying to get your fat from other sources try plain non-fat Chobani and Fage and avoid the flavored ones. I use yogurt to balance my protein, for recovery, recipes, and because I love it!
  • Muffie22
    Muffie22 Posts: 77 Member
    fat isn't going to make you fat... if you enjoy it, eat it. I've eaten fage full fat greek yoghurt for breakfast everyday for like the past two weeks and it hasn't stalled my weight loss at all.
  • db34fit69
    db34fit69 Posts: 189 Member
    You put your weight in kilograms, so perhaps you live in Europe. If so, try low-fat Quark. It is like yoghurt but much richer and thicker and has more protein.

    http://www.nutraceuticalsworld.com/blog/marketwatch/2013-07-08/quark-the-ultimate-high-protein-dairy-product
  • KittiePerry
    KittiePerry Posts: 133 Member
    I eat coburn farms yogurt., it's about 190 calories but very filling and delicious.
  • emkitten
    emkitten Posts: 2
    I love Yeo valley Greek style yoghurt, both the fat free and the full fat are delicious and perfectly healthy when used in conjunction with a balanced diet. I make a raspberry roularde with the fat free option for guilt free pudding after an otherwise rich meal.....Meringue, cooked with flaked almonds on top wrapped up with yoghurt and berries....delicious!
  • kommodevaran
    kommodevaran Posts: 17,890 Member
    I eat "Turkish" yogurt, 10% fat, no additives, no guilt, very delicious. Mix it with fruit/milk/nuts/nut butters/maple syrup. :love:
  • I love yogurt but not the FAT ! :)


    WTF? There is NOWT wrong with fat .. jezzzzzz

    as i mentioned i am NEW to this life style.
    If you are here to judge and insult my intelligence please do not comment thanks.
  • Fig_1946
    Fig_1946 Posts: 98 Member
    I like Greek yogurt. I get the plain, and add some blueberries. I usually buy our store brand. (Wegman's).
  • Shropshire1959
    Shropshire1959 Posts: 982 Member
    I love yogurt but not the FAT ! :)


    WTF? There is NOWT wrong with fat .. jezzzzzz

    as i mentioned i am NEW to this life style.
    If you are here to judge and insult my intelligence please do not comment thanks.

    What ever :ohwell:
  • SLLRunner
    SLLRunner Posts: 12,942 Member
    I love Dannon Light and Fit Greek yogurt. The best yogurt is the kind you like.
  • SLLRunner
    SLLRunner Posts: 12,942 Member
    I love yogurt but not the FAT ! :)


    WTF? There is NOWT wrong with fat .. jezzzzzz

    as i mentioned i am NEW to this life style.
    If you are here to judge and insult my intelligence please do not comment thanks.
    I don't see where they are judging or trying to insult you. They are just asking why you think something is wrong with fat.

    I agree that there is nothing wrong with fat, and some is necessary for your body to function properly. :smile:
  • Shropshire1959
    Shropshire1959 Posts: 982 Member
    I love yogurt but not the FAT ! :)


    WTF? There is NOWT wrong with fat .. jezzzzzz

    as i mentioned i am NEW to this life style.
    If you are here to judge and insult my intelligence please do not comment thanks.
    I don't see where they are judging or trying to insult you. They are just asking why you think something is wrong with fat.

    I agree that there is nothing wrong with fat, and some is necessary for your body to function properly. :smile:

    Thanks (voice of reason) 8-)
  • kaseyr1505
    kaseyr1505 Posts: 624 Member
    I don't really care for the yoplait yogurts, mainly because they taste too sweet for me. I really like the Fage Total, which is full fat.

    I'm not sure why you'd like to avoid fat, but it is pretty awesome at keeping you feelings full. I know there are a lot of food myths out there!

    I was told to think of it like this: Your body is like a fire, fat and protein are logs- they burn for a long time, and when they go out, the still put off a little heat. Carbs are like sticks, they burn quickly (but you still need them!) Each component is important in keeping the fire going.

    I really just like my yogurt to be mold free, IMO, the best yogurt is one that you like!
  • karenMcMillan0712
    karenMcMillan0712 Posts: 82 Member
    I love yogurt but not the FAT ! :)


    WTF? There is NOWT wrong with fat .. jezzzzzz

    as i mentioned i am NEW to this life style.
    If you are here to judge and insult my intelligence please do not comment thanks.
    Agreed HAd people do it to me to-i like a new yogurt here in Az called all natural and it is simple ingredients. I use yogurt in smothiies everyday.
  • karenMcMillan0712
    karenMcMillan0712 Posts: 82 Member
    I love yogurt but not the FAT ! :)


    WTF? There is NOWT wrong with fat .. jezzzzzz

    as i mentioned i am NEW to this life style.
    If you are here to judge and insult my intelligence please do not comment thanks.
    I don't see where they are judging or trying to insult you. They are just asking why you think something is wrong with fat.

    I agree that there is nothing wrong with fat, and some is necessary for your body to function properly. :smile:
    I am offened with THE WTF? A simple Fat is a good thing in moderation instead of acting with vulgar language-I took it as Judgmental. There is no need for offensive wording to get a point across
  • I love Noosa, which is totally not low in fat, but it's downright delicious. The Lemon one has lemon curd in it. I like it with raspberries.
  • canadjineh
    canadjineh Posts: 5,396 Member
    If you are in Canada - best is Liberte... Everything from plain 0%-11% regular and all kinds of Greek Yogourt flavoured and plain in several fat% ranges. The smoothest, creamiest, least tart yogourt in the store. Followed closely by Island Farms. First one from farms in Quebec, second from family owned farms on Vancouver Island.
  • mrbyte
    mrbyte Posts: 270 Member
    FAGE plain greek yogurt is what I like. You can get it in nonfat, and 2% and whole. It's great to have choice and I mix one scoop of my protein in it to get a 50g serving of protein. I don't avoid fat in my diet.
  • laaaluna
    laaaluna Posts: 1 Member
    0% Greek Yogurt Plain by Fage. It has 18g of protien, 0 g of fat, 7g of carbs. 100 calories. I mix mine with cut fresh strawberries.
  • Shropshire1959
    Shropshire1959 Posts: 982 Member

    I am offened with THE WTF? A simple Fat is a good thing in moderation instead of acting with vulgar language-I took it as Judgmental. There is no need for offensive wording to get a point across


    Offend by 3 letters :noway: ...... then you need to get out more :ohwell: :yawn:
  • itsbasschick
    itsbasschick Posts: 1,584 Member
    i eat fage 0% greek yogurt, which is fat free and i find it very tasty. what it costs depends on what store you buy it at - the 6 ounce containers i see at from 99 cents to as high as $1.29. the medium containers about $3.50 on up and the really large containers about $7.50, but i usually but it on sale at around $5.50.
  • no_russian
    no_russian Posts: 893 Member
    Chobani 100

    100 calories, 12g protein
  • rtitansj
    rtitansj Posts: 1
    Don't stress . some fat is good for you especially if your exercing too. greek yogurt sucks. try non fat yogurt get yo taste on but watch the sugars suga!!!!
  • dancingj2
    dancingj2 Posts: 4,572 Member
    I am trying to look at the big picture when I look at labels now. In fact I was just looking at the local store brand plain non-fat yogurt I had been getting and comparing it to the low and regular fat ones. The non fat one had no fat and lower calories but more sodium and sugar. Since I often do not exceed my fat goal for the day I thought it might be better to have a little extra fat and less sugar and salt.

    But to answer your question which is best - I would say Stonyfield non-fat or lowfat. I really like them but rarely am I willing to pay that much premium for it.