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How to choose a good Greek yoghurt
Most people agree Greek yoghurt is a healthy food. With so many options available in supermarkets, it is useful to know how to choose a good Greek yoghurt. What is Greek yoghurt Greek yoghurt has become synonymous with either: According to Dairy Australia, Greek yoghurt is “a denser type of yoghurt that is made by straining whey from the yoghurt curd to give it a thicker and creamier consistency and a distinctive tangy taste” (1). The word “style” in Greek-style yoghurt serves the same function as it does in other food products. It indicates a product that resembles the “real thing” but does not quite meet the same requirements. In…
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Protein yoghurts
Protein yoghurts are the food industry’s response to the demand on higher protein in an already protein-containing food. What is yoghurt At its simplest, yoghurt is a fermented dairy product made by adding specific bacterial cultures to milk. While there are non-dairy yoghurt alternatives, we will be talking about dairy yoghurt in this article. Why yoghurt? I recommend regular yoghurt consumption to most of my clients. This is because yoghurt is a source of protein, calcium and probiotics. Adequate protein intake is fundamental for every aspect of life. Moreover, individuals who are highly active, who are looking to improve body composition or who need to mitigate muscle and/or bone mass…
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Product review: Nutriboost
Nutriboost is a high protein flavoured milk drink made with no added sugar. It is enriched with fibre and vitamin D and has a 5 health star rating. Nutriboost Nutriboost is made by infamous Coca-Cola Company. Before you stop reading, remember that they also make water, juice and other not-so-bad-for-you beverages. Nutriboost is enriched with milk proteins, polydextrose as a source of fibre, and vitamin D. It is sweetened with an artificial sweetener. The drink comes in 3 flavours: chocolate, vanilla and banana. It is available at Woolworths supermarkets, and often discounted when buying 5 or more. Ingredients Below are the ingredients lists for the current 3 flavours. Note they…
