Member Comments for the Article:How to Buy the Best YogurtNavigate the Dairy Case with Confidence63 Comments
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1/15/2013 5:46:22 PM
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I love all the comments from people saying to make your own yogurt. My husband and I have discussed it, and I may have to give it a try soon. But, I have made my own "Greek" yogurt, or yogurt cheese as I learned it. One of the previous commenters (ASCENDER) describes how to do this with homemade yogurt (cheese cloth and a strainer or colander), but this can easily be accomplished with store bought plain yogurt as well. I personally make it with low-fat as I like the flavor better, but it does work with non-fat and, of course, whole milk yogurt. Much cheaper and you control how creamy it is and what you add to it. |
12/29/2012 7:28:26 AM
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This is an interesting article, but perhaps it is time for the authors to revise. Perhaps including additional products that have become more popular during the past 2 years would be helpful - the Greek Yogurt industry has exploded, and there are so many brands out there. Also, it would be interesting for the author to address non-dairy alternatives, such as soy and coconut milk based yogurts. |
9/22/2012 12:12:13 PM
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I didn't know Greek yogurt is better for those of us who are lactose intolerant. I've been eating Greek yogurt for a couple of years now for the protein content and because it's available fat-free. |
9/21/2012 9:18:44 AM
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You can also use a vaccuum flask to make yoghurt. http://www.makingyourown.co. uk/make-your-own-yoghurt.html I also don't subscribe to the low fat=healthy diet myth. I followed advice from my doctor to eat a low fat diet for most of my adult life and it did not work. I just continued to gain more and more weight and was hungry all the time. Now I am looking at alternative ways of eating to allow me to feel sated. I have found that more fat and protein so far has left me not wanting to eat anywhere near as much, but if I sub with more carbs I get cravings and want to eat all the time. |
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ASCENDER
9/18/2012 3:07:34 PM
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Make your own yogurt. That way you know exactly what is in it. It is super easy. Warm 1 quart of your milk of choice to baby bottle temperature, mix in 1/4 cup plain store bought yogurt with active cultures and let sit at ~100F-115F for 6-12 hours. I keep it in my turned-off oven with the light on. Refrigerate when it is as tangy as you'd like. If you like Greek style yogurt, line a colander with paper towels and pour in the yogurt. Let drain until it reaches the consistency you'd like. If you like fruit flavored yogurts, add a spoonful of preserves to a serving of yogurt. |
9/18/2012 1:50:41 PM
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NPR had an article with some warnings specific to greek yogurt. Some brands are using thickeners. http://www.npr.org/blogs/thesa lt/2012/07/19/156997600/hi gh-tech-shortcut-to-greek- yogurt-leaves-purists-fuming |
9/18/2012 1:11:06 PM
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Better idea - make your own. You can control whether it's full-fat, reduced-fat, or fat free, vanilla or plain, and whether sugar, agave nectar, or nothing at all is used as sweetener. You DON'T need a yogurt maker. I got my 2 quart crock pot at Goodwill for $3.99. To find out how to make it yourself, either google or search sparkrecipess for "Crock-Pot yogurt." I've jiggled my recipe (mostly the amount of fat-free dry milk that I use) until it comes out of the crock pot just about as thick as Greek yogurt. You can also strain it to make your own yogurt cheese - which is MUCH cheaper than buying cream cheese - if you happen to want to make a cheesecake :-D It's also great on toast, muffins, or quickbread. |
9/18/2012 12:49:03 PM
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Eating low fat a non fat dairy is actually one of the many causes of obesity. Shame on you Spark for these "old fashioned scriptures" |
9/18/2012 12:24:30 PM
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I make my own, which I prefer to all others. YOU control the fat content. I usually use fat free milk, but using whole milk makes a special treat. Yogurt makers are very inexpensive... mine cost $20, and the culture can be found at any health food store. We have a Whole Foods in our town, so I get mine there. A bowl of mixed fruit, plain unsweetened yogurt, 1 top. of sugar, and sprinkled with cinnamon.... can't be beat! I started making my own when I underwent several weeks of taking antibiotics, which really messes up your digestive system. The yogurt brings back your good bacteria. 148 |
9/18/2012 11:56:43 AM
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Thanks for the positive feed back neighbor Nancy !! I'll give it a try. Who knew!!??? : ) |
9/18/2012 10:52:57 AM
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No mention of any of the amazing Greek style, high protein choices out there. When was this article written? |
9/18/2012 9:46:18 AM
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Becky Hand, get with the times! The rest of the enlightened world has realized that low-fat is not a healthy way to eat. |
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DIETER27
9/18/2012 9:22:15 AM
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Thanks for sharing! Have a nice day! |
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9/18/2012 8:39:57 AM
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I make my own plain yogurt from 2% organic milk. To make "Greek Yogurt," or what my Turkish husband calls yogurt cheese. Hope the info below is helpful - it is what I use, but I am sure there are other products too. Advantages: no added chemicals/preservatives; less plastic yogurt containers to recycle; lower sugar content and use your own fruit if you want more flavor; use plain yogurt in recipes (ask me if you want some!) Yogurt Maker Machine http://www.amazon.com/Euro-Cui sine-Yogurt-Maker-YM80/dp/ B000EX16RY/ref=sr_1_2?ie=U TF8&s=home-garden&qid=1276 361202&sr=8-2 Yogurt cheese strainer http://www.amazon.com/Donvier- 837426-Cuisipro-YOGURT-CHE ESE/dp/B000064841/ref=sr_1 _1?ie=UTF8&s=home-garden&q id=1276361280&sr=1-1 Yogurt Starter http://www.amazon.com/Yogurt-C ulture-2-Packs-Sealed-Toge ther/dp/B00062KTX0/ref=pd_sim_k_4 Or http://www.amazon.com/Cuisip ro-837421-6-Pack-Yogurt-Cu lture/dp/B001W0Y422/ref=sr _1_1?ie=UTF8&s=home-garden &qid=1276361325&sr=1-1 Or http://www.amazon.com/Euro-C uisine-Yogurt-Starter-2-pa cks/dp/B000EONEU0/ref=sr_1 _4?ie=UTF8&s=home-garden&q id=1276361325&sr=1-4 Often the first two cultures listed are out of stock. The Euro-cuisine starter works fine; I just like the flavor and texture of the others a bit better. The package deal with additional jars is a good deal if you really like yogurt as much as I do. I make at least 3 batches of yogurt a week (with 2% organic milk; less than 2% milk doesn’t give you enough fat to have the yogurt set thickly enough). I use 4 jars of yogurt to make a batch of yogurt cheese (ready in 2 days). 1-2 tablespoons of yogurt cheese with blueberries is an awesome and healthy breakfast – one of my long-standing favorite treats! |
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9/18/2012 8:28:58 AM
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shame on you. Dannon's web site says that it cannot guarantee Dannon to be Gluten free. Registerd dieticians should know this. How about the others? Are they all gluten free? |