Greek yogurt or plain yogurt?

1. You can use yogurt at any time of the day. A quick breakfast? Then a bowl of yogurt with some fruit is ideal. Looking for something to dip your raw vegetables in? You can make a delicious sauce from this dairy product. And if you fancy a delicious sweet snack, an ice cream or smoothie is also made in no time.

2. You can use yogurt at any time of the day. A quick breakfast? Then a bowl of yogurt with some fruit is ideal. Looking for something to dip your raw vegetables in? You can make a delicious sauce from this dairy product. And if you fancy a tasty sweet snack, an ice cream or smoothie is also made in no time.

1. So the only question you have to ask yourself is which one to choose. After all, there are quite a few variants on the market â € “lean, full, Greek, ordinary… Today we discuss the differences between Greek yogurt and regular yogurt, looking at full and low-fat varieties.

2. So the only question you have to ask yourself is which one to choose. After all, there are quite a few variants in the store â € “lean, full, Greek, ordinary… Today we discuss the differences between Greek yogurt and regular yogurt, looking at full and low-fat varieties.

Greek and plain yogurt

1. What is the difference between the regular and the Greek variant? The basis of the production process is basically exactly the same: during this process bacteria are formed that make the milk sour: so-called lactic acid bacteria. The bacteria multiply: the milk becomes thicker and more acidic, which ultimately results in yoghurt. So the ingredients are basically the same.

1. The big difference is that in the Greek variant, part of the moisture is subsequently removed. The end result is therefore somewhat thicker and creamier than with the regular version. You can compare it with curd, where you also let yogurt leak out, but a little less heavy. Greek yogurt (0% fat) is still the case that it tastes creamier than low-fat plain yogurt!

2. The big difference is that with the Greek variant, part of the moisture is subsequently removed. The end result is therefore somewhat thicker and creamier than with the regular version. You can compare it with curd, where you also let yogurt drain, but a little less heavy. Greek yogurt (0% fat) is still the case that it tastes creamier than low-fat plain yogurt!

(Greek) yoghurt healthy

1. Why is this dairy product so healthy now? An important reason is that it contains a lot of calcium. This is a mineral that your body desperately needs for, among other things, the maintenance of healthy teeth and bones. Especially people who consume little or no dairy products have too little of this. The advantage of (Greek)  yoghurt is that it is often also suitable for people who do not tolerate milk well.

1. The bacteria contain a lot of lactase, an enzyme that helps to digest lactose better. And it is precisely this poor digestibility of lactose that is often the problem. Note: if you are really lactose intolerant, that lactase will not help. Only if you find that milk can make you feel dizzy or nauseous can (Greek) yogurt or other acidic dairy products such as cottage cheese or buttermilk be an excellent alternative source of calcium.

Proteins in Greek and Regular Yogurt

1. But is there also a difference between the protein content of Greek and normal yoghurt? For starters, Greek yogurt contains a little more protein, because it consists of more solid mass. As you know, proteins are important building materials for your body and muscles, and they ensure, among other things, that you feel full for longer. So a bowl of (Greek) yogurt at breakfast helps to combat binge eating later in the day.

2. But is there also a difference between the protein content of Greek and normal yoghurt? For starters, Greek yogurt contains a little more protein because it consists of more solid mass. As you know, proteins are important building materials for your body and muscles, and they ensure, among other things, that you feel full for longer. A bowl of (Greek) yogurt at breakfast thus helps to combat binge eating later in the day.

1. The difference in proteins also persists in the low-fat variants of the two yogurts. Greek yogurt (0% fat) contains proportionally more protein than the full-fat varieties. See the protein content per 100 grams below. [! 179410 => 1140 = 8!] Lean: 4.5 grams of protein

2. The difference in proteins also persists in the low-fat variants of the two yogurts. Greek yogurt (0% fat) contains proportionally more protein than the full-fat variants. See the protein content per 100 grams below.

1. Lean: 4.5 grams of protein

1. Greek: (0% fat): 5.5 grams of protein

1. Semi-skimmed: 4.5 grams of protein

1. Greek (5% fat): 4.5 grams of protein

1. Full: 4 grams of protein

1. Greek (10% fat): 4.5 grams of protein

1. * Source: Albert Heijn

Calories yogurt and Greek yogurt

1. The biggest difference between the two variants is, however, in the fat content. Whole Greek yogurt contains no less than 10% fat, which means that most brands already contain about 120 calories per 100 grams. With regular full-fat yogurt that is 'only' a fat content of about 3% and an average of about 60 calories - quite a difference, in short!

2. The biggest difference between the two variants is, however, in the fat content. Full Greek yogurt contains no less than 10% fat, which means that most brands already contain about 120 calories per 100 grams. With regular full-fat yogurt that is 'only' a fat content of about 3% and an average of about 60 calories - quite a difference, in short!

1. The low-fat varieties are a bit closer together, but here too the Greek variety remains more energy-rich. It contains about 45-50 calories per 100 grams, whereas for regular low-fat yoghurt about 35 -40 calories.

1. When you choose Greek yogurt, you will have to take into account that it provides a little more energy. However, this does not have to be a problem, because it also fills faster. What makes you feel more comfortable depends on your goals and body!

Whole yogurt or 0% fat?

1. Whichever type you choose, the question remains of course: are you going for full or lean? Again, it actually depends on your goals and the rest of your nutritional schedule. If you want to lose weight and get low calories, the lean version is probably more suitable.

1. Are you looking for something that fills for longer, or do you want to create a calorie surplus? There is a good chance that you will benefit more from the full-fat yogurt variant. Of course you can also alternate the two, depending on the rest of your diet. As long as you remember that there is nothing wrong with fat in itself, you will be able to make the choice quite easily!