Important News If You Eat Yogurt

I was agreeing with you about the greek Yogourt until you talked about looking for the 0 fat variety.

There is something I dont trust about taking a food like yogourt which has naturally occuring protein and fat and then making a product out of it my removing the Fat. Its not balanced now. The Fat provides the Vitamin A and D does it not?

Are you suggesting a 0 fat yougurt strictly for weightloss. Would not think that for a normal lean body the full fat in moderation is the healthier choice.

Thanks

I eat Greek yogurt straight up with nothing added and love it. I use it for a protein source when following your eXtreme Fat Loss diet and Cheat your way Thin.

By the way, where is the new Big Breakfast diet you promised us?

Yikes. I read your blog and went directly to the fridge to see the label on my yogurt container. Fat – 0g, Carbs 16g, Sugar 12g, Protein 4g, and Fibre 2g. Obviously too much sugar, right? I keep hearing about Greek yogurt, but I also live in a small northern Canadian town. I’ll have to look in every store to see if they have it. Is there any alternative if we don’t carry it?
KC

I also use it on baked potatos (infrequently0 and have used it to make a
‘healthier” dip for social gatherings.

Hi Joel,
This is a great post. I had always loved those flavored yogurts that are lowfat until I knew all that crap that’s in there. I like to use the healthy organic yogurt and add my own stuff to it, like fresh fruit, etc. Even the fat free yogurt has the asparthame or splenda in it, which are all now aware is terrible for you as well.

Rae

Thanks for the update! I have seen my sister in law make the switch and wondered why…now I know! I will definitely be giving this a try~

I actually make my own yogurt…using Greek yogurt as a starter, and adding powdered milk to boost the protein content. I also live in the same town as a LARGE yogurt and cheese manufacturer, so I have access to the best US made Greek yogurt available.

Joel,

Thank you for confirming what I just figured out for myself. I’ve started on the greek yogurt because of the higher protein content; however, only recently noticed that my non-fat yogurt had so many high glycemic carbs in it! YIKES:0

Good one Joel.I think it is CRIMINAL!!! what these food mfg’s are getting away with, with all the deceiptful labeling.It sure is nice to know the internet Anti-Fat Rat Pack is on our side:(Vinny,Joel,Isabel,Kim,Mike Geary! and friends)

I’ve heard this before and have started paying more attention to the labels, however the Greek yogurt I have found…well unfortunately I have found it very difficult to stomach. This is a mindset I have been attempting to overcome, but because I know it is there, I tend not to eat it at all…I know that is a big mistake as well because it is such a healthy snack/meal. :(

You are Bang on Joel! In India, we traditionally eat only Plain Yoghurt and that has another immense benefit: The extra dose of CALCIUM – so critical for muscle building and stronger frame. I personally love yogurt for another reason – it has the goodness of probiotics – that help in a healthy digestion – I guess a strong Gut Flora helps better digestion and also better nutrient absorption for a healthy body

I love Greek yogurt! I really love thick and creamy foods. But, some people in my family really don’t like it. They say Greek yogurt has more of a tart taste and the thickness is strange to them. So, we do also buy plain non-fat yogurt at Publix which is 1 cup, 150 cals., 0 fat, protein 11g, the carbs are better in the Greek obviously but there is no added sugar or sweetner in the PLAIN for those who just don’t like Greek.

Joel, Isabel does not recommend Splenda. Stick with the Stevia. Also, beware of some of the Greek yogurts, they can also contain a lot of sugar!

I usually do about 1/2 cup or yogurt and 3/4 cu of dry curd cottage cheese as part of breakfast, lunch or for an in-between snack. It adds about 40g of protein and great taste – especially with some added fruit.

Thank you for writing about Yogurt.

Splenda is POISON Just Like HFCS, so I wouldn’t recommend adding it to ANYTHING, Including Yogurt…

Fruit makes it Better Tasting and Healthier…

Hi!
First of all, congratulations for your great plan! I’ve even lost weight in Christmas! Just one question about the berries: do they contain fructose? In that case, shouldn’t we avoid them? or is it ok a couple of times a week? (besides cheating days).
:)

Been eating no fat Greek style with granola added for the fiber.
Great anytime but real easy for AM digestion

Thanks for the info Joel! And all that yogurt I’ve been eating too! Ugh! Gotta keep a sharper eye on the labels! Thanks!

What great advice. To make it even healthier you could try looking for organic yogurt and for one that does NOT include any additives on the label (often thickening agents are added to the low-fat yogurts).

We also add fibre to our yogurt (wheat germ, chia seeds, ground flax) and nuts to ours….. also a dollup of honey….. yummy

Thank you for all the great tips!

All yougurts are a bacterial culture. The bacteria (probiotics) are good for you. In fresh yougurts (home made) the culture is alive because it continues to grow in the yougurt and the yougurt more and more sour till it is inedible in about a weeks time.

Store bought yougurts keep for about three weeks. I think this is possible only because they pasturise the yougurt getting rid of the bacteria.They maintain the thickness by adding things like gelatine and so on.

So in store bought yougurts you are not getting the good probiotic bacteria.

I therefore suggest that if you have no access to fresh yougurt, you make your own. It is not difficult and it takes only bout 15 minutes to make about a weeks worth. Plus you get to control what goes in to it. I use skim milk and add just a little bit of sugar!

Yougurt with some strawberries, is delicious! Put it in the freezer for a little bit, and its even better. My kids love this new “ice cream” intact it has taken the place of ice cream at our place.

I love plain non fat greek yogurt. I like to add berries and stevia makes a variety of flavorings that I will occasionally add for added sweetness. My current favorite is English Toffee, but there are so many others to choose from.

I gave up on sweetened yogurts many years ago. The Greek yogurt is fine, but I find it to be too glommy. I like Stonyfield’s low-fat plain.

Great info Joel. I tell my clients this all the time. Label reading and understanding what’s on the label is super important. Hats off to the Greeks for their high protein creamy rich yummy yogurt! A staple in my diet!