Sunday, August 19, 2012

YO YO YO YOgurt!



Have you ever wondered... What 'friggin' yogurt to choose, and why? Here n simplified table to show you some of the things I would look at.  Mind the red highlighted columns.

Quoted from Web MD ' Plain, Nonfat Greek Yogurt

There are many yogurts on the market, and plain, nonfat Greek yogurt is a standout.
All yogurts are excellent sources of calcium, potassium, protein, zinc, and vitamins B6 and B12. What distinguishes Greek yogurt is its thicker, creamier texture because the liquid whey is strained out. Also, it contains probiotic cultures and is lower in lactose and has twice the protein content of regular yogurts.
“Skip the extra sugar calories found in most yogurts and pump up the protein by choosing Greek yogurt that contains twice as much protein, which is great for weight control because it keeps you feeling full longer,” says Judith Rodriguez, PhD, RD, president of the American Dietetic Association and nutrition professor at University of North Florida.
Rodriguez suggests pairing the tart yogurt with the natural sweetness of fresh fruit or your favorite whole grain cereal.' 



    Branded Greek-style
   nonfat plain yogurt*
     Branded "regular"
      nonfat plain yogurt*
 Branded Greek-style
   strawberry nonfat yogurt*
  Branded "regular"
   strawberry fat-free yogurt
Serving Size
170g 
170g
170g 
170g 
Calories
 100
80
140 
 100
Total Fat
0 g 
0 g 
0 g 
0 g 
Saturated Fat
0 g 
0 g
0 g 
0 g 
Trans Fat
0 g 
0 g 
0 g 
0 g 
Cholesterol
0 mg 
5 mg 
0 mg 
5 mg 
Sodium
80 mg 
115 mg 
65 mg 
85 mg 
Total Carbohydrates
7 g 
12 g 
20 g 
19 g 
Dietary Fiber
0 g 
0 g 
1 g 
0 g 
Sugars
7 g 
12 g 
19 g 
14 g 
Protein
18 g 
8 g 
14 g 
5 g 
Vitamin A
 0%
  0% 
0% 
15% 
Calcium
 20%
30%
 20%
20% 
Vitamin C
 0%
 4%
 2%
0% 
Iron
 0%
 0%
 0%
0% 

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