Sugary yogurt?

jh7060
jh7060 Posts: 32
in Food and Nutrition
Okay, so it probably seems crazy, but I eat yogurt that has 22 grams of sugar, organic wallaby yogurt. The thing is, I like the fact that 1. it tastes really good 2. there are other beneficial nutrients in the yogurt and 3. the sugar is at least natural and not chemically created or modified. I can't stand seeing those low sugar 90 calorie yogurts that are sweetened with aspartame or something of the sort. and I've tried a few kinds of greek yogurt that have truly great ingredients, but I just can't take the taste. Do you think it could at least be partially beneficial to have this yogurt due to the benefits besides sugar, or is 22 grams too much to justify eating it as a somewhat healthy food?

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  • aquarabbit
    aquarabbit Posts: 1,622 Member
    Personally, I would say go for it. Yogurt is good for you. I make my own yogurt and add honey to it (which is still about the same amount of calories as sugar) because I like mine sweeter too. The way i see it, it's better to have a sweeter yogurt than a sweeter candy bar. And I agree about the low cal yogurt. Didn't care for them myself.
  • spaghetti93
    spaghetti93 Posts: 140 Member
    i think wallaby yogurt is probably better than those light and fit things by the major yogurt companies. People are going to have different opinions depending on what their priorities are, but I'm like you- I'd rather have something that is real and contains more calories and sugar than something with so many artificial ingredients. I used to hate greek yogurt but have been eating a ton if it lately, maybe someday you'll like it too. Just moderate how much of the yogurt you like youre eating. If its not causing any problems and you dont have any health issues to worry about keep eating it!
  • vaironika
    vaironika Posts: 36
    If its added sugar its generally not the healthiest thing you can consume, but you can have it in moderation since you claim it contains other benefits. it can be a pre-workout snack so you can use the sugar to give you energy and you can burn it off. However if you are concerned with the sugar i would recommend buying an unsweetened greek yogurt and add stevia or some xylitol since they are low in calories and basically sugar free. Stevia is all natural with zero calories and has no impact on your blood sugar levels. Xylitol also doesn't spike your blood and is a sugar alcohol so it doesn't count for sugar. Some may have intolerances to it though so try out a little bit at first. It tastes exactly like white sugar without the guilt! you can also add in some cinnamon to boost the flavor or some berries for natural sugar and antioxidants.
  • jh7060
    jh7060 Posts: 32
    thank you for the responses! I think I will keep eating it, with its good amount of protein, calcium and live active cultures. and it even has 2-3 grams less sugar than I thought, depending on the type, and it makes me more comfortable that sugar is not the first ingredient (it is after reduced fat milk and strawberries/raspberries), and it doesn't have a grocery list long ingredient list, so that is more ideal than it could be.
  • chrisdavey
    chrisdavey Posts: 9,834 Member
    IIFYM (assuming non diabetic)

    Low fat = more sugar
    Low carb = more fat
    low carb & low fat = added non calorie sweetener
  • JustPeachy044
    JustPeachy044 Posts: 770 Member
    I agree with other responses, do what works for you. I think your only alternative to making it healthier would be to purchase plain yogurt, same brand or another, and mix in your own fruit. Bananas are a great natural sweetener, but if you mix your own you may end up with as much sugar anyhow...
  • BeachIron
    BeachIron Posts: 6,490 Member
    I agree do what works for you but make sure you get the protein and fats you need.

    I tend to prefer plain greek yogurt and then I add protein powder, fruit, nuts and occasionally ground flax seed. I keep the extra calories from sugar for ice cream and, occasionally, pop tarts. It's not that the sugar is bad at all but I eat sugar only when I want something sweet to help keep my calories within my goals.
  • metacognition
    metacognition Posts: 626 Member
    22 grams of sugar is pretty high, but it's mixed in with a protein source that slows down digestion. And you know what ? I average way more sugar on account of the sheer amount of fruit that I eat, also combined with a protein source.

    If it's truly that tasty to you, indulge.

    I mix plain greek yogurt with splenda and cocoa powder - 110 calories and 18 grams protein per 3/4 cup. But that's because the normal flavored stuff doesn't taste that great to me. I just want the most protein / fewest calorie bang for my meal.
  • ash190489
    ash190489 Posts: 587 Member
    There is no way I'd be eating yogurt with 22g of sugar. I even ditched a so called high protein yougurt I loved in all different flavours that had 13 & 15g of sugar! I can only have plain greek yogurt (Chobani branded - high protein one - or any other brand if my focus isn't protein) and I can ADD MY OWN flavours i.e. strawberries, blueberries, etc. least then too i know exactly whats it in and that it is all real and CONTROL the sugar amount.

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