Yogurt is different

When you visit a convenience store or supermarket, you will be offered a wide selection of yogurts. Starting from plain yogurt, low-fat yogurt, greek yogurt, and others. You may be confused when you want to choose the type of yogurt that is best for your health. The reason is, everyone has different conditions and needs. Therefore, you must first know what types of yogurt are available and their contents.

Various types of yogurt and their contents

In general, yogurt is rich in calcium which is needed for bone health, intake of vitamin B12 and folic acid which helps your blood flow, and is rich in good bacteria that promote digestive health. Therefore, yogurt is often asked as a healthy snack that will not make you fat.

In fact, not all yogurts have the same properties. Some types of yogurt can actually make you fat if you don't eat them wisely. This is because the way of processing and content of each yogurt is different.

Contains various yogurts

Based on the US Department of Agriculture, the following is the content of yogurt per 227 grams (8 ounces) according to the types.

Full-fat plain yogurt contains 140 calories, 8 grams of protein, 7.4 grams of fat, 11 grams of carbohydrates and sugar, and 275 milligrams (mg) of calcium.
Non-fat yogurt (nonfat) contains 130 calories, 13 grams of protein, 0.4 grams of fat, 17.4 grams of carbohydrates and sugar, and 450 mg of calcium.
Non-fat greek yogurt without taste contains 130 calories, 23 grams of protein, without fat, 9 grams of carbohydrates and sugar, and 250 mg of calcium.

Low-fat vs full-fat

Indeed, yogurt low-fat (low fat) is recommended because it has lower calories. However, low-fat yogurt actually has more sugar. Why? The low fat content makes it not as delicious as yogurt full-fat,namely yogurt that contains fat. So, manufacturers add sugar to keep yogurt delicious.

On the other hand, yogurt full-fat also not completely bad. Although the calorie content is higher, this yogurt contains natural trans fats that are not as dangerous as trans fats in processed foods. In fact, this type of fat helps reduce inflammation, reduces the risk of heart disease, helps control blood pressure, and fights cancer.

In essence, yogurt without taste, either fatty or low-fat (or non-fat) can provide benefits even though it is different. Adjust the selection of yogurt with your eating habits and calorie targets.

Greek yogurt vs plain yogurt

Greek yogurt is actually not much different from regular yogurt, only the texture is thicker. This type of yogurt contains whey and lactose which is much lower than regular yogurt. So for those of you who have lactose intolerance, greek yogurt is a great choice for a snack.

Greek yogurt also contains twice as much protein. However, it is true that the calories and fat contained in greek yogurt are more and the calcium content is less than regular yogurt. Therefore, greek yogurt is good for those of you who are experiencing infections due to certain diseases. Protein and calories are needed by the body to fight infection.

Non-dairy yogurt

For those of you who have lactose intolerance, besides greek yogurt, you can also eat yogurt made from alternative ingredients besides milk. The term is non-dairy yogurt. An example is yogurt made from soybeans or coconut.

This type of yogurt does not contain lactose, so it is safe for you to consume. Because this type of yogurt is made from plants, the fat content is much lower. You who are vegetarians can eat this type of yogurt. However, keep in mind, the calcium they contain is very low. You have to make sure beforehand that the yogurt you buy contains additional calcium and vitamin D.