Which yogurt is better?

Question

Ok so I'm a calorie counter, I go with "Light and Fit" yogurt because it has a mere 60 calories and more yogurt as opposed to the "Yoplait" one that has 170 calories. I'm concerned because the Yoplait has been in so many fitness magizines as the best. But I actually so perfer the tast of Light and Fit to Yoplait, and I eat yogurt a lot. So if anyone has any info or opinions they're much appriciated. Thanks!

Answer 1

Better is such a subjective word. So let's talk about yogurt. Real yogurt contains a special bacterial culture that makes it curdle. That bacteria is also good for you. If you have seen those commercials for yogurt lately claiming that it will "keep you regular" there is truth there. But, that claim does not apply just to some "special" yogurt with a "special" bacteria. It applies to all "live culture" yogurt. Live culture means that bacteria were used to culture the yogurt and that they are still present. "Brown Cow" is our favorite brand of this kind of yogurt, but there are many others. The ingredients listed on the label will say "Contains active yogurt culture" or "acidophilus."

There are quite a few yogurt products on the market that do not contain live culture. These "yogurts" aren't really yogurt at all. They have been thickened with gelatin or various other thickening agents. They also often contain lots of artificial ingredients & preservatives. "Light & Fit" falls into this category.

So, which is "best?" Active culture yogurt wins hands down as far as health goes. It helps to regulate your digestion and can be of great benefit in other ways too. We like to buy a quart sized container of plain yogurt and then add our own flavorings. One of our favorites -

Add 1 chopped seeded cucumber to a quart of fresh, active culture yogurt along with the juice of 1/2 a lemon, a bit of salt and some oregano/thyme/dill/mint. This is often served in India & the various Mediterranean countries as a soup or cold salad. Scrumptious.

And about that calorie counting - are you comparing identically sized containers?

Answer 2

Whatever the brand you choose, the best cow's milk yogurt remains the non-fat pure yogurt with no added sugar, fruit or flavor. Added sugar will simply increase your level of empty calories and it is simple carbohydrate. Added fruits means filled with additives and preservatives to conserve the fruits for a longer period. Now as far as flavors are concerned you can be 99% sure that it is artificial. So better choose no-fat pure yogurt and add your own homemade dressing like wheat-germ, almonds, chopped fresh fruits. Likewise you can also balance your calorie intake. A normal one serving of non-fat yogurt will bring you not more than 50 calories. It is what is added to it that increase the calorie level. Moreover, the more natural the yogurt is the higher the level of calcium too. So just don't become obsessed with calorie count or else you will end up lacking essential nutrients.

Answer 3

Yoplait, but I only eat yogurt bout once a year.
But for you people that prefer low calories stay away from healthy sugar and opt for Nutra Sweet which is very UNHEALTHY!

Answer 4

Ummm...Yoplait spends millions of dollars advertising in the fitness magazines-what do you think they're gonna say?

Answer 5

It all depends on the ingredients. Many are made with high frustose corn syrup, artificial sweeteners and gelatin.

I eat Stony brook Farms fat free organic. It does not have any of that nasty stuff in it.

Answer 6

I like the Weight Watchers Berries & Cream yogert. To me, it tastes the best, and when you can find it on sale, I prefer it to Light & Fit.

Answer 7

soya yoghurt is very healthy - not sure about the calories though