With protein, calcium, vitamins, and probiotics, yogurt is a great heart-healthy option for almost any time of day!

1. To fall in love with a food it has to be DELICIOUS,
yet NUTRITIOUS – all while supporting healthy
BONES, HEART, GUT AND MUSCLES. Here are 4
reasons to fall in love with yogurt this year!
To identify yogurt products with live and active cultures:
Check the ingredient list for specific types of
bacteria like Streptococcus thermophilus and
Lactobacillus bulgaricus
Look for the “Live and Active Cultures” seal
Delicious and Nutritious
Ways to Eat Yogurt
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend 3 servings of dairy foods each day. The
recommended serving of yogurt is 6 ounces, the amount found in most single-serve containers.
And you don’t have to only eat yogurt right out of the package. Enjoy in these delicious and
nutritious ways!
Healthy Muscles
Protein serves as building blocks for muscles,
bones, cartilage, skin and blood. Consuming
enough protein can help you feel full longer and
can also help you maintain a healthy weight.
Greek yogurt typically contains 8-14 grams of
protein per serving.
D
A 6-ounce serving may supply 6-12% of
your daily potassium needs. Eating the right
amount of potassium each day can help
lower blood pressure, especially if you have
high blood pressure.
Some yogurts also contain vitamin D, which
is needed to help the body absorb calcium to
maintain strong bones.
Vitamin D
A 6-ounce serving may contain 20-30% of
the calcium you need each day. Calcium
helps support strong bones and teeth.
Calcium
Potassium
Healthy Bones and Heart
Yogurt contains a variety of essential vitamins and minerals.
B12
Yogurt is a good source of vitamins B2 and B12.
B Vitamins
B2
Healthy Gut
Many yogurts contain live and active cultures, which help convert
milk to yogurt, enhance flavor and promote the introduction of
good bacteria in our gut.
In a smoothie As a base for dips In baked goods
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