Kokosnoot yogurt is the latest production craze to come from the coco-loco wellness trend that has taken over the earth.

Now health gurus have jumped on board challenge information technology could be the next superfood. But is information technology actually ameliorate for you than traditional dairy yogurt?

// The expert //

  • If you're vegan, paleo, lactose intolerant or follow a low FODMAP diet, and so coconut yogurt can be a keen culling to dairy options. Expect for i with added probiotics!
  • The flavour is quite pleasant (though the texture is a niggling questionable) and it can generally be used in a recipe that calls for dairy yogurt! I personally adopt the taste of kokosnoot yogurt to soy yogurt – merely prefer the texture of soy varieties.
  • Whilst there is no naturally occurring live cultures in kokosnoot yogurt, most manufacturers add probiotics. Probiotics are smashing for your gut wellness, which can impact on many things from how your gut feels, bowel motions, energy levels and even your happiness.
  • When compared alongside cream, coconut improve comes out on acme so it could be a suitable cream substitute…
  • I of the all-time things about coconut yogurt is that it is plant-based. Institute-based food is generally improve for yous… unfortunately – non in this example.
Let's look at the nutrition facts. What are the health benefits of coconut yogurt?
Let'south look at the nutrition facts. What are the health benefits? Epitome: Unsplash

// Nutrition information //

To compare apples with apples, here is the nutrition information per 100g for a general leading natural greek yogurt (total cream) aslope the leading coconut yogurt make, Coyo.

After looking at this nutrition comparison, you don't need to exist an accredited dietitian or nutritionist to work out what I am most to say next…

// The bad //

  • Kokosnoot yogurt contains quite a bit more than energy (kJs/calories), less protein (virtually i/3 the amount in natural dairy yogurt) whilst too managing to give yous around three x more than total fat and four ten more than saturated fatty than full-cream dairy yogurt – which isn't amazing news.
  • Coconut yogurts do have a lower carbohydrate and sugar content – which is why I think people may accept started to think that information technology was a healthier alternative! Just truly…? Carbohydrates are not the devil. Some carbohydrates are really good for u.s. – similar whole grains, legumes, fruit and veg and the carbs found in dairy products. As well, the saccharide plant in natural, greek dairy yogurt is naturally occurring lactase – non added sugars. There is a flake of a deviation.
  • Generally, trendy 'health' foods tend to come with a toll tag and coconut yogurt is no exception. Expect to pay almost double than for traditional dairy varieties.
  • One of the greatest benefits of eating yogurt is that it is a source of calcium – which is such an important nutrient for maintaining bone health. Unfortunately, kokosnoot yogurt doesn't have any calcium.
Generally, trendy 'health' foods tend to come with a price tag and coconut yogurt is no exception.
Generally, trendy 'health' foods tend to come with a toll tag and kokosnoot yogurt is no exception. Image: Unsplash

// The verdict //

  • Kokosnoot yogurt isn't the next superfood… . So if y'all are able to consume (and relish) dairy yogurt – then don't make the bandy considering you remember it'due south a healthier alternative. Sadly, it isn't…
  • Coconut yogurt is an ok alternative to dairy yogurt if you're vegan, lactose intolerant or following a paleo lifestyle. Be mindful of the serving size equally many packages comprise 2 10 servings per pack, making it easier to eat beyond satiety.
  • If you lot're looking for a cream substitutes in recipes, then go (coco)nuts with kokosnoot yogurt. And by that, I mean – eat it in moderation. ;)
  • For those who want to eat coconut yogurt, choose the plain version as this will contain less sugar. If yous're really after some sweetness, y'all can add your ain fruit like berries, passionfruit or pomegranate. Yum! E'er await for one with probiotics added to brand certain your gut benefits!
What is the healthiest yogurt alternative? Coconut yogurt is an ok alternative to dairy yogurt but be mindful of the serving size, as many packages contain 2x servings per pack, making it easier to eat beyond satiety.
Looking for healthy dairy-free yogurt? Coconut yogurt is an ok culling to dairy yogurt but be mindful of the serving size, as many packages comprise 2x servings per pack, making it easier to eat across satiety. Image: Unsplash

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