Flavored Yogurt

Flavored Yogurt – Nutrition Facts (per 100 grams)
Calories: 95–120 kcal (varies by brand and flavor)
Protein: 3.5–4.5 g
Total Fat: 1.5–3.0 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.0–2.0 g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1 g
Cholesterol: 5–10 mg
Total Carbohydrates: 15–20 g - Sugars: 12–18 g (includes added sugars)
- Dietary Fiber: 0 g
Sodium: 40–60 mg (2–3% DV)
Vitamins in flavored yogurt
- Vitamin A: 50–70 IU (1–2% DV)
- Vitamin B1 (Thiamine): 0.04 mg (3% DV)
- Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin): 0.2 mg (15% DV)
- Vitamin B3 (Niacin): 0.1 mg (1% DV)
- Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid): 0.4 mg (4% DV)
- Vitamin B6: 0.05 mg (4% DV)
- Vitamin B9 (Folate, Folic Acid): 8 µg (2% DV)
- Vitamin B12: 0.4 µg (17% DV)
- Vitamin C: 0 mg (0% DV)
- Vitamin D: 1.0 µg (5% DV) (fortified versions have more)
- Vitamin E: 0.1 mg (1% DV)
- Vitamin K: 0.2 µg (0% DV)
Minerals in flavored yogurt
- Calcium: 120–150 mg (12–15% DV)
- Iron: 0.1 mg (1% DV)
- Magnesium: 10 mg (3% DV)
- Phosphorus: 100 mg (10% DV)
- Potassium: 150–200 mg (5% DV)
- Zinc: 0.5 mg (4% DV)
- Manganese: 0.01 mg (1% DV)
- Copper: 0.01 mg (1% DV)
- Selenium: 2 µg (4% DV)
Other Nutrients
- Probiotics: May contain beneficial bacteria like Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium
- Lactose Content: Lower than milk but still present
- Added Sugars: Many flavored yogurts contain high amounts of added sugars
Nutritional Considerations for Flavored Yogurt
- Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Higher in sugar than plain yogurt due to added flavors and sweeteners.
- Good source of calcium and probiotics, which support bone and gut health.
- Moderate protein content, but less than Greek yogurt.
- Can be fortified with Vitamin D, improving calcium absorption.
- Opt for low-sugar or natural sweetened versions for a healthier choice.