Next
time you visit the grocery store, go to where low-fat yogurt is sold and see
how many varieties are sold. And then read the labels. Forbes Living examines
the good and bad kinds of yogurts.
There
are many reasons why health experts recommend eating Greek yogurt versus the
other kinds sold in stores. They are naturally lower in fat and sugar than the
others. Greek yogurt has only six grams of sugar in the plain varieties.
The
recommended total daily amount of sugar for women is 20 grams, and for men it
is 36. Yet, the popular flavored low-fat yogurt sold contains much more than
that. Part of the sugar content in yogurt comes naturally. But add in the
flavoring, syrupy fruits and granola toppings, and watch the sugar count start
to climb. Even those made with artificial sweeteners are not healthy. Aspartame
–a commonly used sweetener – is not good for us. It often can give one a
headache.
The
Forbes Living talk show suggests trying the low-fat or no-fat Greek yogurts. To
add extra flavor to distract from its kind of bitter taste, add some fresh
fruit or berries, a touch of honey or a sparkling of cinnamon. Greek yogurt
also adds a boost of protein for the day. So dig in, readers. And ditch the
extra sugar.
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