With foods like kombucha, kimchi, and miso leading the latest health trends, it can be easy to forget one of the most common sources of probiotics: good old-fashioned yogurt.
Just one serving of yogurt is a significant source of potassium, phosporous, riboflavin, iodine, zinc, vitamin B5, and vitamin B12. While Greek yogurt is packed with double the protein and less sugar than regular yogurt, both are a great source of both calcium and protein. And don't shy away from the good-for-you milkfat: whole milk yogurt, full of fat-soluble nutrients, may be better for you than non-fat and low-fat.
Be on the lookout for the words “live and active cultures” on your yogurt—which will be most brands you can find in stores—to know they contain good bacteria that help regulate the digestive system. These bugs help keep out the harmful microorganisms and
Aside from all the healthy goodness, yogurt can be deliciously incorporated into your meal any time of day, from creamy salad dressings to taco or fajita toppings and, of course, frozen yogurt. Use it creatively to add a healthier twist to recipes that traditionally use cream or heavier toppings. Whether it’s classic, Greek, Australian, or Icelandic-style, we believe in eating yogurt for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Here are nine recipes to incorporate yogurt into any meal:
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