?Greek yogurt has become a very popular household food item in the last year. It is easy to see why people have made the switch from regular yogurt! Greek yogurt has nutritional and health benefits that will cause you to make the switch, and never come back!

Who doesn’t want to lose weight, while eating something delicious? According to the International Journal of Obesity, researchers found that obese adult dieters who ate multiple servings of Greek yogurt a day, lost 22% more weight and 61% more body fat than calorie counters. 

Nutritionally, Greek yogurt is a winner! If you are watching carbohydrates, Greek yogurt is a great place to start. While regular yogurts have 15-17 grams of carbohydrates, Greek averages less than nine grams.  Because Greek yogurt has less carbs, it has less lactose, making this a viable option for people who find themselves lactose intolerant or sensitive.  If you are trying to lose weight, you know the importance of protein in your diet. Well Greek has twice as much as regular yogurt; leaving you fuller, longer. As if it couldn’t get any better, it also has 50% less sodium! 

The health benefits of Greek yogurt might surprise you.  There are multiple types of active cultures and probiotics in this yogurt. These healthy bacteria have many important health benefits.  They naturally even out any bacteria running wild in your system.  Some other health benefits include: improved intestinal and vaginal health, strengthens immune system, creates and sustains healthy bones, lowers or maintains blood pressure, enhances immunity, and even has anti-cancer properties.