Greek or Regular Yogurt?

My wife and I started eating Greek yogurt because it was recommended. What I did was compare the labels and I found that Greek yogurt was much higher in protein per calorie, which I really need while trying to lose weight (fat) and exercise, without getting a lot of calories from carbs.

And once I looked at that, I actually tried to figure out the value per dollar, and we've found that the amount of protein is worth the extra money for the Greek yogurt.

Also, my wife likes a lot of the different flavors, but I just eat it plain and add fresh fruit or flax seeds (or ground flax seeds).

more protein!!!

Ditto on the protein and the fact that there are only two ingredients in mine; I like to know what I'm eating. (As a vegetarian, it's also important to me that Greek yoghurt doesn't have gelatin in it.)

Greek yogurt is thicker and tangier. It is strained to remove a lot of its whey, sugar and lactose. It generally has less sugar and more protein. I like both but have been sticking with regular yogurt because it is higher in calcium, which for me is harder to get in my diet than protein. Both yogurts have healthy bacteria.

Greek yogurt almost always has more protein than regular yogurt and only a little bit more calories. I personally prefer Chobani and it has 14g protein in a serving and about 120-140 calories for the flavored kinds (the plain ones are a bit higher in protein and around 80 calories). Dannon and Yoplait are around 100 calories, but only have 3-4g protein. All of the flavored yogurts (both kinds) are pretty high in sugar.

greek tends to be better in the protein. im a normal yoghurt eater, im a big fan of weight watchers toffee yoghurts. they're nice. im fairly slim and healthy but i need to improve on the quality of things i put in my body so i might switch to this greek stuff

I wish I like Greek yogurt but can't bring myself to eat it again. Ha! I eat the fiber one yogurt.

i hate straight up greek yogurt too...BUT there are frozen yogurt by Yasso I think it's called. it's TERRIFIC!

As everyone has mentioned, the difference lies in the amount of protein, however taste plays a big part too! Greek yogurt is thicker. You really have to give it a chance. It depends on your taste buds as to which tastes better (plain, peach, strawberry, etc). I tried many favors before I found that one. I like Chobani (a bit expensive) and Yoplait w/granola (higher calories-200).

Greek yogurt has fewer carbohydrates and half the sodium than regular yogurt. You can also swap out eggs and oil in baked goods for Greek yogurt.

Greek! It has more protein and keeps me fuller for longer. It's also thicker and creamier. I love regular yogurt too, but I've been obsessed with the Fage lately. I've tried Oikos, Chobani and Fage. Fage is by far my favourite, it's much richer than the other two.

1/2 cup of Fage Plain Greek Yogurt (Costco) mixed with 1 TBSP of Apple Butter and Splenda to taste...Yummy!! and lower in calories than the flavored kinds. I actually mix this right into my Oatmeal :bigsmile: Super Yummy IMHO!!

My all time favorite is Oikos Vanilla greek yogurt. Soooo good.

I've seen the Oikos but haven't tried it yet, I keep going to the President's Choice offering, I should pick up some Oikos tomorrow.

I have tried both and I LOVE the Oikos - the flavors are great and you don't know you are eating healthy. My hubby never ever ate yogurt and will eat 1/day of the Oikos. (Black Cherry is my fav)

Its great for savory dishes too!

Whether you like Greek or not, don't waste your food dollars and calories on buying yogurt with added sweeteners & fruit. You can control both the quality and quantity of your fruit and sugar intake by simply adding a little jam if you like sweet yogurt. I also really like adding applesauce, cinnamon, and a little agave syrup to plain yogurt.

If you go with Greek style...make sure there are only milk, cream, and bacteria. You can add fruits and sweetener later if you need it. There are some brands on the market that add gelatin, preservatives, and flavorings that are not natural. Just do some research and a taste test. I prefer Fage and Chobani...both plain. I add in honey or fresh fruit if I want it.

I second the people who have mentioned this: Greek yogurt is surprisingly thick for being non-fat. I always found that non-fat regular yogurt was really liquidy. It's also got a nice amount of protein. Makes a great substitute for sour cream: I've used it on top of Mexican food and chili and couldn't tell the difference. When I'm just eating it by itself, I usually splurge for a fruit flavored one or mix in some honey-- like I said, it tastes just like sour cream and is very tangy plain.