The Expert-Backed Guide to Full-Fat vs. Nonfat Greek Yogurt

by Shape Editors

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Picture this: After walking up and down supermarket aisles and checking items off your meal prep shopping list, you finally get to the dairy section to grab a few containers of yogurt and head home. That is until you look at the jam-packed shelves. With so many options, you’re suddenly overwhelmed. What’s the best Greek yogurt? Do I want full-fat Greek yogurt or nonfat? And wait, is nonfat Greek yogurt even good for you?



Which Is More Nutritious: Full-Fat Yogurt or Nonfat Greek Yogurt?

Now, back to the full-fat vs. nonfat Greek yogurt conversation, beginning with a breakdown of Greek yogurt nutrition. Here’s a nutritional comparison of one container (6 ounces or 170 grams) of Fage Total 5%, which is full-fat, and Fage Total 0%, which is nonfat.

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Elizabeth Bacharach

Elizabeth Bacharach is the associate editor for Shape.com, where she frequently covers mental and physical health, food and nutrition, lifestyle trends, and more. Based in New York City, she has a master's degree in journalism from Northwestern University, will take advantage of any opportunity to talk about her dog, Franklin, and dreams of becoming best friends with Ina Garten, who is, undeniably, an absolute queen.

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