Yogurts
Oikos Blended Greek Yogurt
Score
- Ultra-processed
- Contains non-nutritive sweeteners
- No synthetic dyes
Why it scores 74
Oikos Blended Greek Yogurt scores 74 out of 100 (Good) under GoodSwap’s published rules. What moved the score most:
- minus 18 points Ultra-processed (NOVA 4): Classified NOVA 4: made with industrial ingredients and additives. Strong
- minus 4.5 points 4 kinds of ultra-processing markers: Industrial additive classes found: bulking agent, color (added), flavoring and non-nutritive sweetener. Emerging
- minus 2.5 points Inulin (chicory root fiber): An ingredient class typical of ultra-processed foods (NOVA group 4). Info
Every line of the math is on The Receipt below, with its evidence tier and sources.
Better yogurt
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Greek Yogurt Plain Whole Milk Skotidakis · 480 oz Not ultra-processed · No non-nutritive sweeteners Score 100 out of 100 , 26 points higher -
Strained Thick & Creamy Greek Yogurt Plain Trader Joe's · 32 oz (2 lb) 907 g Not ultra-processed · No non-nutritive sweeteners Score 100 out of 100 , 26 points higher -
Organic Greek Yogurt Plain 365 · 32 oz Not ultra-processed · No non-nutritive sweeteners Score 100 out of 100 , 26 points higher -
Anything But Plain Greek Yogurt Danone Not ultra-processed · No non-nutritive sweeteners Score 100 out of 100 , 26 points higher -
Probiotic Greek Whole Milk Yogurt Plain Organic Nancy's · 24 oz Not ultra-processed · No non-nutritive sweeteners Score 100 out of 100 , 26 points higher
The same kind of product, at least 10 points higher, sold in the US. Never paid placements.
The Receipt
Blended Greek Yogurt
Ingredients
- Inulin (chicory root fiber) minus 2.5 points
- Stevia (steviol glycosides) minus 2.5 points
- Natural flavors minus 2.5 points
Processing
- Ultra-processed (NOVA 4) minus 18 points
- 4 kinds of ultra-processing markers minus 4.5 points
Nutrition per 100 g
- Fiber 3 g / 100 g plus 2 points
- Protein 15 g / 100 g plus 2 points
100 − 26 = 74
Nutrition per 100 g
| Energy | 100 kcal |
|---|---|
| Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g |
| Trans fat | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 10 g |
| Sugars | 5 g |
| Added sugars | 0 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Protein | 15 g |
| Salt | 0.2 g |
Serving: 1 container (150 g)
Ingredients
- CULTURED GRADE A NON FAT MILK
- WATER
- CHICORY ROOT FIBER
- STEVIA LEAF EXTRACT
- NATURAL FLAVORS
- VEGETABLE JUICE CONCENTRATE (FOR COLOR)
- LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE
- SEA SALT
- VITAMIN D3
Label text, as published
INGREDIENTS: CULTURED GRADE A NON FAT MILK, WATER, CHICORY ROOT FIBER, CONTAINS LESS THAN 1% OF STEVIA LEAF EXTRACT, NATURAL FLAVORS, VEGETABLE JUICE CONCENTRATE (FOR COLOR), LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, SEA SALT, VITAMIN D3.
Allergens and diets
Contains: Milk
- Not vegan
- Palm-oil-free
Always check the package: recipes change.
Sources
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WHO advises not to use non-sugar sweeteners for weight control in newly released guideline
“The recommendation is based on the findings of a systematic review of the available evidence which suggests that use of NSS does not confer any long-term benefit in reducing body fat in adults or children.”
who.int
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Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030
“Limit foods and beverages that include artificial flavors, petroleum-based dyes, artificial preservatives, and low-calorie non-nutritive sweeteners.”
cdn.realfood.gov
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21 CFR 101.22 Foods; labeling of spices, flavorings, colorings and chemical preservatives
“whose significant function in food is flavoring rather than nutritional.”
ecfr.gov
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“Greater exposure to ultra-processed food was associated with a higher risk of adverse health outcomes, especially cardiometabolic, common mental disorder, and mortality outcomes.”
doi.org