Keep hunger at bay with Greek Yogurt

One of my favorite breakfast options is a nice bowl of fresh berries, topped with some chia or black seeds, over a bed of thick greek yogurt. Sometimes I add some honey, but most of the time I eat it plain because it helps me fight cravings until it’s time for lunch. 
The origins of greek yogurt can be traced back to the Greeks and the Turks, the latter are probably responsible for the name “yogurt”, which in Turkish means curdled. Unlike regular yogurt, greek yogurt has a high protein content, 10 grams per 100 grams. Not only does it provide a high amount of protein, which are essential for bodily functions, but it’s also loaded with calcium and magnesium which are critical for bone formation and tissue repair. If you exercise regularly it is important to include it in your diet as it can also help prevent osteoporosis. 

As many already know it is loaded with gut friendly probiotics, but also a wide range of other important nutrients like vitamin B12, almost half of the recommended daily intake (RDA), B2, 32% of the RDA and selenium, 45% of the RDA. B12 is crucial for bone health, but it also keeps the blood healthy; vitamin B2 and B12 provide long lasting energy and boost mood; while selenium, a powerful antioxidant, reinforces the immune system and assures a smooth function of the thyroid.

Greek yogurt has more protein than regular yogurt and other essential vitamins.

When shopping for greek yogurt make sure it contains “live and active cultures” (the label should say LAC) because that’s what supports bacteria diversity and keeps your gut healthy, and definitely no sugar, which can upset the intestinal flora. Pick a good brand and read the ingredients to make sure it doesn’t have any additives.

Once you have found your brand there are many ways to incorporate greek yogurt into a diet which are not only limited to breakfast. Very frequently I add a dollop to my chickpeas or lentil soup to balance the saltiness with the yogurt acidity.

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Try it and let us know what you think!