Or perhaps in this case we should say culture or nurture. Is it the whey way we treat the yogurt, or the culture itself, that makes Greek yogurt? First, we should define Greek yogurt, as distinct from the similarly named Greek Style Yogurt.
To be absolutely true to provenance, we might say that the true Greek yogurt is the cultured strains of bacteria that have been made in Greece for hundreds of years.
This yogurt is microbially distinct from yogurt that has been cultured from other starters, originating in other parts of the world. The heirloom Greek Yogurt Starter that we carry is the actual strain of yogurt that has been cultured in Greece for so many generations. It contains all of the Lactobacillus species we expect to find in a yogurt; L. Acidophilus, and more. Their exact effects as individuals are difficult to gauge, as they occur in such small concentration.
However, their presence makes for a more stable, and mircobially diverse yogurt, with a wide range of beneficial bacteria. It is an heirloom culture, and will continue to produce consistent results when using a tablespoon of yogurt to inoculate a new batch. But the culture itself is only part of the story. Although the culture contributes to the mild flavor of the yogurt, the thickness is generally what people value and look for in a Greek, or Greek-style yogurt.
Any yogurt strain can be treated in this way, resulting in a dairy treat that resembles very closely the traditional Greek yogurt. The Y3 Creamy and Y5 Sweet cultures that we carry can also make delicious Greek style yogurt after being strained.
These cultures are blended in a lab, to contain specific amounts of various Lactobacillus and Streptococcos species.
While these cultures make a delicious yogurt, they are intended as single-use only cultures, and are not meant to be used to inoculate the next batch of yogurt as the heirloom cultures are. Modern production methods use centrifuges to achieve the same effect. Some companies may use thickening agents or other dry ingredients, in which case the final product is referred to as fortified or Greek-style yogurt 3.
Because most of the liquid is removed, Greek yogurt is much thicker and tangier than regular yogurt. Regular and Greek yogurt are both fermented dairy products, but Greek yogurt is strained to make it much thicker and tangier than regular yogurt. Regular and Greek yogurt have very different nutritional profiles.
The table below compares 8 ounces grams of a low fat variety of each 4 , 5 :. Both yogurts are also an excellent source of magnesium, vitamin B12, and iodine 6. As you can see, Greek yogurt contains about half the carbs and sugar as regular yogurt while packing almost twice as much protein. It also has less calcium and sodium. On the one hand, eliminating the whey from Greek yogurt removes some of its lactose, reducing its overall carb and sugar content.
Keep in mind that the comparison above is based on low fat versions of both products. Those made with whole milk provide much more fat and calories. For example, the same serving of regular yogurt made with whole milk provides 8 grams of fat, while the same serving of whole milk Greek yogurt packs Greek yogurt packs twice as much protein and about half the amount of carbs and sugar as regular yogurt. Probiotics are friendly bacteria found in fermented foods like yogurt 1 , 9.
They aid digestive health by balancing your gut microbiome — the friendly bacteria in your digestive system — which may reduce your risk of inflammation and various illnesses 6 , 9 , People with lactose intolerance usually experience uncomfortable digestive symptoms, including bloating and diarrhea, if they eat dairy products. However, they may tolerate yogurt because its probiotics support lactose digestion 6 , 14 , Yogurt may improve heart disease risk factors , including high blood pressure and cholesterol.
Fermented dairy intake is associated with a lower risk of plaque buildup and artery stiffness, which are linked to high blood pressure The study also found that non-fermented dairy was associated with a greater risk Probiotics may likewise help lower cholesterol levels by inhibiting certain enzymes 1. Just in time for summer! Read More ». If you offer yoga classes or small-group training, there's a new opportunity to expand your client base.
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