Simple Ways to Include Greek Yogurt in Your Diet

What distinguishes Greek yogurt from regular yogurt, you may wonder? Greek yogurt is simply made by straining yogurt to remove the whey (the liquid you find remaining after the milk has curdled). When compared to regular yogurt, this results in a more solid yogurt with less sugar, fewer carbohydrates, and more protein. However, Greek yogurt, like regular yogurt, is a natural source of probiotics, which are beneficial bacteria that help regulate your digestive system. Greek yogurt has all of the healthy benefits of yogurt plus an extra punch of protein to help you fill up and feel fuller for longer!

There are numerous ways to incorporate yogurt into your daily diet, including:

• In recipes, replace sour cream with plain Greek yogurt.
• To add a creamy flavor and texture to soups, chilies, and stews, add a dollop of yogurt.
• As a post-workout snack, consume Greek yogurt. The carbohydrate-to-protein ratio is ideal for assisting your body’s recovery after a vigorous workout.
• Chop up your favorite fruits and combine them with Greek yogurt to make a delicious fruit salad.
• As a dessert, try some Greek yogurt. Greek yogurt comes in a variety of tasty flavors that will fool your taste buds into thinking they are in for a special treat!

It’s not entirely clear why Greek yogurt is called that. Even though it has only been on grocery store shelves in the United States for the past five years, it appears to have originated centuries ago in the Middle East. Even though it is labeled “Greek,” it does not originate in Greece! It is also referred to as strained yogurt.

When choosing a yogurt, look for one with no more than 20 grams of sugar per serving, one that is low fat or nonfat, and one that contains probiotics in the ingredients list, such as L. B. acidophilus bifidum, also known as L. casei.

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