Does regular or Greek yogurt have more probiotics?
Greek yogurt is starting to overtake traditional yogurt in popularity thanks to its rich flavor and thick texture. Greek yogurt has been strained to remove extra liquid and whey. The result is a thicker, denser final product with a higher concentration of protein and probiotics.
Kefir contains more probiotics than any yogurt. With up to 61 different strains of microbes, it can be an excellent source of probiotics.
Because nutritionists urge us to avoid too many sweets, going Greek is a smarter choice. “Greek has a lower amount of sugar (around 5-8 grams, compared to 12 or more grams) than the regular yogurt, while still having the high levels of vitamins and minerals,” Ewoldt says.
Why it's good for you: A fermented food, yogurt naturally contains lots of probiotic cultures that strengthen the digestive tract. Some Greek yogurt also boasts added probiotics like Lactobacillus acidophilus and Lactobacillus casei that may help increase the good bacteria in your gut.
However, while yogurt can provide health benefits to some degree, it simply can't be relied upon as an effective source of probiotics. There are several factors that can cause yogurt to fall short of delivering the quality of probiotics that would actually benefit your gut.
If you are looking to boost your protein intake or prefer a thicker yogurt, Greek yogurt is a great option, however, regular yogurt is equally as nutrient-dense and rich in probiotics.
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While all yogurts have live and active cultures, not all have probiotic strains that provide specific health benefits such as supporting gut health and contributing to the maintenance of a balanced gut microbiota.
Greek yogurt has a much thicker consistency than regular yogurt because it is strained to remove the majority of the liquid whey, lactose, and sugar. Because straining removes some of the milk sugar, Greek yogurt can be easier to digest for people who are sensitive to lactose.
Greek yogurt
Because it's been fermented and strained, Greek yogurt is lower in lactose and easier for most people to digest than a glass of cow's milk. Most Greek yogurts also contain probiotics that help increase the good bacteria in your gut.
What yogurt has the most live cultures?
- Dannon Activia Probiotic Yogurt.
- Old Chatham Sheep's Milk Plain Yogurt.
- Redwood Hill Farm Goat Milk Yogurt.
- Siggi's Icelandic Strained Yogurt.
- Chobani Complete Greek Yogurt.
- Lifeway Kefir.
- Cocojune Organic Pure Cultured Coconut.
- Anita's Vegan Plain Coconut Yogurt.
Besides healthy doses of calcium and protein, yogurt is a prime source for probiotics, the "good" live bacteria and yeasts. Why are these helpful? Having a proper balance of bacteria in your gut improves digestion, blocks dangerous organisms that can cause infections, and boosts your immune system.
