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Is Greek yogurt really better for you than regular yogurt?
Posted on 5/20/13 at 9:49 am
Posted on 5/20/13 at 9:49 am
Or is this just a yuppie scam to get me to pay twice as much for yogurt?
This post was edited on 5/20/13 at 9:49 am
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Posted on 5/20/13 at 9:50 am to Cosmo
The nonfat raspberry Chobani is my stuff.
Posted on 5/20/13 at 9:51 am to Cosmo
I'm hooked on Chobani. I believe it has a lot more protein and less fat/sugar. I personally like the consistency much better.
Posted on 5/20/13 at 9:55 am to Cosmo
and here's the info for Chobani Strawberry Yogurt for instance:
Serving Size6oz (170g)
Serving Per Container 1
Calories 140
Calories From Fat0
% Daily Value
AMT%Total Fat0g 0% Saturated Fat0g 0% Trans Fat0g Cholesterol0mg 0% Sodium65mg 3% Total Carbs20g 7% Dietary Fiberless than 1g 4% Sugars19g Protein14g 28% Vitamin A- 0% Vitamin C- 2% Vitamin D3- 0% Calcium- 20%
Looks like the primary difference is the lack of fat in the Greek variety.
also, here's what Chobani says on their site
quote:
Two Times More Protein per Serving than Regular Yogurt • Fat-Free. Cholesterol Free. • Only Natural Ingredients: Free of Artificial Flavors & Preservatives • Made with milk from cows not treated with rBST • Includes Live & Active Cultures • 3 Types of Probiotics • Kosher Certified • Gluten Free • Safe for People with Corn, Nut and Soy Allergies • Vegetarian Friendly: Made without Gelatin • Less than 5% Lactose • Nothing But Good
This post was edited on 5/20/13 at 9:56 am
Posted on 5/20/13 at 9:56 am to Rohan2Reed
I just buy it because it tastes really good 
Posted on 5/20/13 at 9:56 am to Rickety Cricket
Too sour for me. I go with cottage cheese instead. 
Posted on 5/20/13 at 9:59 am to Cosmo
plain greek yogurt? yes
but the flavored stuff usually has just as much sugar than the regular Yoplait
but the flavored stuff usually has just as much sugar than the regular Yoplait
Posted on 5/20/13 at 10:03 am to Rohan2Reed
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Looks like the primary difference is the lack of fat in the Greek variety.
Much more protein as well
Posted on 5/20/13 at 10:12 am to Cosmo
The higher protein translates to reduced hunger, increased fullness and a longer time before being hungry again.
Posted on 5/20/13 at 10:14 am to Winkface
Chobani sucks balls.
Fage is the best and it's not even close.
Fage is the best and it's not even close.
Posted on 5/20/13 at 10:18 am to 62zip
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Fage is the best and it's not even close.
I agree.
Posted on 5/20/13 at 10:19 am to Cosmo
it has a lot more protein if I recall correctly
Posted on 5/20/13 at 10:19 am to 62zip
Come on man, you're better than trying to incite a Greek yogurt war.
Or maybe not...
Or maybe not...
Posted on 5/20/13 at 10:20 am to Rickety Cricket
quote:
I just buy it because it tastes really good
My opinion too. And more than adequate for me to make a purchase decision for Greek.
Posted on 5/20/13 at 10:21 am to 62zip
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Fage is the best and it's not even close.
I used Fage to marinate some chicken for tikka masala a couple weeks ago. Was pretty damn good.
Posted on 5/20/13 at 10:28 am to TJRibMe
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Come on man, you're better than trying to incite a Greek yogurt war.
Just opining on which is the best product available.
Fage is the only authentic option available.
Posted on 5/20/13 at 10:30 am to Cosmo
Do you know how to read a nutrition fact label?
Posted on 5/20/13 at 10:36 am to Cosmo
The concentration of acidopholous should be greater with less water in the mixture.
ETA, makek your own yogurt at home if you think it cost too much. It doesn't take alot of effort or equipment. Heat a half gallon of 2% milk to 185 F stirring constantly(ish), cool to 105-115, add a halfpint of starter yogurt to the mix and let sit over night on the counter. Run this through cheese cloth or a chinois to extract the water. Fresh fruit of choice for flavor.
ETA, makek your own yogurt at home if you think it cost too much. It doesn't take alot of effort or equipment. Heat a half gallon of 2% milk to 185 F stirring constantly(ish), cool to 105-115, add a halfpint of starter yogurt to the mix and let sit over night on the counter. Run this through cheese cloth or a chinois to extract the water. Fresh fruit of choice for flavor.
This post was edited on 5/20/13 at 10:43 am
Posted on 5/20/13 at 10:50 am to CITWTT
I agree, Chobani is sub-par. It has added whey and some pectin, so the mouthfeel is granular and slightly gritty. Fage is miles better, esp if we are comparing 0% fat yogurts.
Now, in the non greek full fat category, it's hard to beat Liberte. Especially coconut Liberte.
Now, in the non greek full fat category, it's hard to beat Liberte. Especially coconut Liberte.
Posted on 5/20/13 at 11:29 am to Salmon
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but the flavored stuff usually has just as much sugar than the regular Yoplait
true but who wants to eat corn starch in their yogurt :yak:
This post was edited on 5/20/13 at 11:30 am
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