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Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Quick Look: Greek Yogurt versus Regular Yogurt

These days it seems like everyone is pushing Greek Yogurt as a healthy snack, but how does it stack up against regular yogurt? Let's take a look at Chobani Vanilla Greek Yogurt versus Yoplait Light Very Vanilla Yogurt.



 Both yogurts are 170 grams, so these nutrition facts can compare at a glance. Both yogurts also have 0 grams of fat.

Yoplait Light:
Has 10 less calories than Chobani Greek.

Chobani Greek:
Has 15 mg less sodium than Yoplait Light.
Has 2 g less sugar than Yoplait Light.
Has 10 more grams of protein than Yoplait Light.

Overall, Chobani Greek Yogurt's benefits outweigh Yoplait Light's benefits, but what about the taste?

Next time, I'm going to try both varieties and I'll let you know what I think.

Readers: Which do you like better? Yoplait Light Vanilla Yogurt or Chobani Vanilla Greek Yogurt? Do you prefer a different brand? Tell me what you think! :)


Sources:

Yoplait Light Vanilla Yogurt- Caloriecount.com

Chobani Vanilla Greek Yogurt- Livestrong.com

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