Protein and Carb info for GREEK yogurt:
Protein. Greek yogurt is high in protein, which
helps promote fullness. A typical 6-ounce serving contains 15 to 20
grams, the amount in 2 to 3 ounces of lean meat. That makes it
particularly appealing to vegetarians, who sometimes struggle to get
enough of the nutrient. An identical serving of regular yogurt, on the
other hand, provides just 9 grams, meaning you may feel hunger pangs
sooner.
Carbohydrates. Going Greek is a smart choice for
low-carb dieters. It contains roughly half the carbs as the regular
kind—5 to 8 grams per serving compared with 13 to 17. Plus, the
straining process removes some of the milk sugar, lactose, making Greek
yogurt less likely to upset the lactose-intolerant. Remember, however,
that "both types of yogurt can contain high amounts of carbs if they're
sweetened with sugar or another sweetening agent," says Kari Hartel, a
Missouri-based registered dietitian. "No matter which type you choose,
opt for yogurt with less added sugar."
GREEK yogurt is a meal, a snack, addition to a protein shake, a sauce for meat and so many more things. Make a dip out of it by mixing in Ranch Dressing powder mix or French Onion powder mix to use for dipping vegetables. There are SO MANY options for it! You can also add the sugar free preserves by Smuckers or Nature's Hollow to it. As well as always having the option to add protein powder of all different flavors to add to it. Other optiont for Greek yogurt, take advantage of its versatility. Mix
it with seasonings like garlic, dill, and parsley to create a unique dip
for carrots, celery sticks, or cucumber slices. Toss in some berries or
high-fiber granola. You can also substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream
on tacos, for example, or for the eggs and oil in baked goods. It's an
acceptable replacement for fatty ingredients like cream cheese,
mayonnaise, and butter. It is a great substitute for mayonnaise in dishes like potato (cauliflower) salad, egg salad, and cole slaw.
In the early stages and while actively losing weight, the PLAIN is the best option. The ones with fruit added to them have higher sugar content which is not good in large amounts until you are in maintenance.
SOME CHOICES ARE:
CHOBANI HERE
VOSKOS HERE
FAGE HERE
STONYFIELD HERE
There are other varieties available as well.
These are just the ones I've had access to.
I know YOPLAIT makes a GREEK yogurt too.
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