?Lose weight, stay healthy, and eat a delicious treat at the same time! Greek yogurt has revolutionized the dairy section of grocery stores around the country!
What do the Greeks know about yogurt that we don’t? Well, a lot. It has incredible health benefits compared to regular yogurt. Where to start? Regular yogurts have 15-17 grams of carbohydrates. Greek yogurt has less than nine grams, and less lactose, making it a great choice for the lactose sensitive population. In addition, Greek yogurt contains 50% less sodium than regular yogurt! If you are watching your weight, no doubt you understand the importance of a protein rich diet. Greek yogurt has twice as much protein as regular yogurt, leaving you feeling fuller, longer. Not only does this yogurt have great nutritional properties, but it can help you lose weight too!
According to the International Journal of Obesity, researchers found that obese adult dieters who ate 3 servings of Greek yogurt a day, lost 22% more weight and 61% more body fat than dieters who just counted calories!
What else does Greek yogurt have that regular yogurt doesn’t? The list keeps getting longer! There are multiple types of probiotics and active cultures put into each serving of Greek yogurt. These healthy bacteria aids in intestinal, digestive, and vaginal health. These bacteria naturally even out any other bacteria that is overwhelming your system. In addition, these healthy bacteria will strengthen your immune system, maintain healthy blood pressure, create and sustain healthy bones, as well as having anti-cancer properties.
So what are you waiting for! Get to your grocery store, and check out what everyone else already knows! Leave the Yoplait behind and go Greek!
