Greek-style yogurts
Chobani Greek Yogurt Vanilla
40 oz
Score
- Ultra-processed
- Contains added sugars
Why it scores 56
Chobani Greek Yogurt Vanilla scores 56 out of 100 (Okay) under GoodSwap’s published rules. What moved the score most:
- minus 20 points Sugar: An added sugar. Strong
- minus 18 points Ultra-processed (NOVA 4): Classified NOVA 4: made with industrial ingredients and additives. Strong
- minus 3 points Added sugars 6.5 g / 100 g: Contains some sugar. Strong
Every line of the math is on The Receipt below, with its evidence tier and sources.
Better yogurt
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Whole Milk Greek Yogurt Plain Friendly Farms · 32 oz (907 g) Not ultra-processed · No added sugars Score 100 out of 100 , 44 points higher -
Greek Lowfat Yogurt Plain Trader Joe's Not ultra-processed · No added sugars Score 100 out of 100 , 44 points higher -
Greek Yogurt Nonfat Plain Chobani · 5.3 oz Not ultra-processed · No added sugars Score 100 out of 100 , 44 points higher -
Organic Greek Plain Reduced Fat Yogurt Green Mountain Creamery Not ultra-processed · No added sugars Score 100 out of 100 , 44 points higher -
Greek Yogurt Plain Bettergoods Not ultra-processed · No added sugars Score 100 out of 100 , 44 points higher
The same kind of product, at least 10 points higher, sold in the US. Never paid placements.
The Receipt
Greek Yogurt Vanilla
Ingredients
- Sugar minus 20 points
- Locust bean gum minus 2.5 points
- Pectin minus 2.5 points
Processing
- Ultra-processed (NOVA 4) minus 18 points
Nutrition per 100 g
- Added sugars 6.5 g / 100 g minus 3 points
- Protein 8.8 g / 100 g plus 2 points
100 − 44 = 56
Can’t score above 79. Contains sugar, an ingredient of high concern. [1][2][3]
Nutrition per 100 g
| Energy | 75 kcal |
|---|---|
| Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g |
| Trans fat | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 10.1 g |
| Sugars | 8.8 g |
| Added sugars | 6.5 g |
| Fiber | 0.4 g |
| Protein | 8.8 g |
| Salt | 0.1 g |
Serving: 1 serving (170 g)
Ingredients
- NONFAT YOGURT (CULTURED PASTEURIZED NONFAT MILK)
- EVAPORATED CANE SUGAR (high concern)
- WATER
- VANILLA EXTRACT
- LOCUST BEAN GUM
- FRUIT PECTIN
- LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE
Label text, as published
NONFAT YOGURT (CULTURED PASTEURIZED NONFAT MILK), EVAPORATED CANE SUGAR, WATER, VANILLA EXTRACT, LOCUST BEAN GUM, FRUIT PECTIN, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE. CONTAINS LIVE AND ACTIVE CULTURES: S. THERMOPHILUS, L. BULGARICUS, L. ACIDOPHILUS, BIFIDUS AND L. CASEI.
Allergens and diets
Contains: Milk
- Not vegan
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
- Palm-oil-free
Always check the package: recipes change.
More Greek-style yogurts on GoodSwap
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Greek Yogurt Nonfat Plain Chobani · 32 oz Score 100 out of 100 Excellent -
organic GREEK YOGURT plain Kirkland Signature · 1.36 kg (48 oz) Certified organic Score 100 out of 100 Excellent -
Total 2% Milkfat Fage · 32 oz Score 100 out of 100 Excellent -
Greek Yogurt Blackberry on the Bottom Chobani · 5.3 Ultra-processedContains added sugars Score 51 out of 100 Okay -
Greek Yogurt Honey Vanilla Blended Chobani · 32 oz Ultra-processedContains added sugars Score 30 out of 100 Poor -
Chobani Protein Vanilla Chobani · 296 Ultra-processedContains non-nutritive sweeteners Score 71 out of 100 Good
More from Chobani
Sources
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Guideline: sugars intake for adults and children
“In both adults and children, WHO recommends reducing the intake of free sugars to less than 10% of total energy intake”
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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Added and free sugars should be as low as possible
“Sugar consumption is a known cause of dental caries.”
efsa.europa.eu
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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