Is Greek Yogurt really healthy for you??

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captaincharisma24
captaincharisma24 Posts: 155
edited December 2024 in Food and Nutrition
advice?

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  • JoolieW68
    JoolieW68 Posts: 1,879 Member
    Yes.
  • 126siany
    126siany Posts: 1,386 Member
    I think it is, but I buy the plain kind that doesn't' have added sugars. Basically, it's strained yogurt; for the same volume of yogurt, you're getting double the nutrition.
  • zoeluiisa
    zoeluiisa Posts: 392
    Yes. It's got calcium and protein and all sorts of other good stuff. And because it's plain there's none of the added sugars/sweeteners/artificial flavourings sneaked into some yoghurts.

    And, it comes in regular, low-fat or fat-free depending on how much they skim the milk they make it from.
  • sherisse69
    sherisse69 Posts: 795 Member
    Yes it can be a really healthy alternative to regular yogurt, or sour cream. Just watch how high the sugar and fat is depending on what brand and what type you are buying.
  • itsuki
    itsuki Posts: 520 Member
    It has a lot of protein considering how many calories it has. It's low-carb, and has a reasonable amount of fat. It's typically lower in sodium than comparable non-Greek yogurts. The bacteria in Greek yogurt is good for your digestive system (same as regular yogurt).

    It's not a magic food. If it tastes good and it fits your macros, then it's not a bad thing to eat.
  • fishgutzy
    fishgutzy Posts: 2,807 Member
    Full fat yogurt, in general, is better for you. Usually have less sugar added too.
  • zoeluiisa
    zoeluiisa Posts: 392
    Full fat yogurt, in general, is better for you. Usually have less sugar added too.

    Greek yoghurt doesn't have sugar added - it has nothing added to it at all. That's why it's so good.
  • jonibc
    jonibc Posts: 104 Member
    I bought some plain Greek yogurt this week and mixed in a little Simply Fruit and it was delish! The fruit or flavored kind are so high in sugar. Simply Fruit adds sugar, of course, but not nearly as much. It made an awesome low-cal grab and go breakfast.
  • emmy3111
    emmy3111 Posts: 482 Member
    I eat plain, non-fat greek yogurt with 1/4 cup granola and a bit of no-sugar-added jam to sweeten it for breakfast regularly... it's so yummy and keeps me feeling satisfied for a long time. Totally love it.
  • _danjo_
    _danjo_ Posts: 134 Member
    I eat it everyday--plain non-fat. Besides sugar, compare sodium. I've found that some are really high (165mg) and some are much more moderate (85mg).
  • 126siany
    126siany Posts: 1,386 Member
    Full fat yogurt, in general, is better for you. Usually have less sugar added too.

    Greek yoghurt doesn't have sugar added - it has nothing added to it at all. That's why it's so good.

    It really depends on the type you buy. Plain Greek yogurt generally does not have added sugars/sweeteners, but flavored varieties almost always do.
  • zoeluiisa
    zoeluiisa Posts: 392
    Full fat yogurt, in general, is better for you. Usually have less sugar added too.

    Greek yoghurt doesn't have sugar added - it has nothing added to it at all. That's why it's so good.

    It really depends on the type you buy. Plain Greek yogurt generally does not have added sugars/sweeteners, but flavored varieties almost always do.

    Oh - I think that must be an American thing. Greek yoghurt has always been plain (Greeks add honey to it at the table).
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