Greek Vanilla Nonfat Yogurt

by The Kroger

A decent protein-rich yogurt with beneficial probiotics, but contains added sugar and unnecessary thickeners. The stevia addition helps reduce total sugar content, though the caramel color is concerning.

• Cultured Ultrafiltered Nonfat Milk – beneficial · High-protein milk concentrate created through ultrafiltration, providing concentrated protein and probiotics while removing whey.
• Cultured Skim Milk – beneficial · Traditional fermented milk base that provides additional probiotics and contributes to the yogurt's creamy texture.
• Sugar – controversial · Added refined sugar increases palatability but contributes empty calories and can spike blood glucose levels.
• Corn Starch – controversial · Modified starch used as thickener, generally safe but indicates processing and may be from GMO corn.
• Locust Bean Gum – safe · Natural fiber from carob tree seeds used as stabilizer, generally well-tolerated and may provide prebiotic benefits.
• Natural Flavor – controversial · Undefined vanilla flavoring that could contain hundreds of chemical compounds, lacks transparency in sourcing.
• Caramel Color – dangerous · Artificial coloring that may contain 4-methylimidazole, a potential carcinogen formed during ammonia-sulfite processing.
• Rebaudioside-A – safe · Purified stevia extract that provides sweetness without calories or blood sugar impact, generally well-tolerated.
• Pectin – beneficial · Natural fiber from fruits that acts as gelling agent and may provide prebiotic benefits to gut bacteria.
• Vitamin A Palmitate – beneficial · Fat-soluble vitamin A added for nutritional fortification, essential for vision and immune function.
• Vitamin D3 – beneficial · Essential vitamin for bone health and immune function, commonly deficient in modern diets.
• Active Cultures with L. Acidophilus and B. Bifidum – beneficial · Beneficial probiotic bacteria that support digestive health and may boost immune function.

High protein content from Greek-style straining

Beneficial probiotic strains L. acidophilus and B. bifidum

Fortified with vitamins A and D

Stevia reduces total sugar content

No seed oils or artificial preservatives

Added sugar as second ingredient

Caramel color contains potential carcinogen 4-methylimidazole

Multiple unnecessary stabilizers and thickeners

Vague 'natural flavor' ingredient

Conventional dairy with potential hormone/antibiotic residues