Greek-style yogurts
Chobani Greek Yogurt
Score
- Ultra-processed
- Contains non-nutritive sweeteners
- No synthetic dyes
Why it scores 65
Chobani Greek Yogurt scores 65 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 7.5 points 6 kinds of ultra-processing markers: Industrial additive classes found: bulking agent, color (added), flavoring, industrial protein, non-nutritive sweetener and thickener, stabilizer or gelling agent. Emerging
- minus 2.5 points Milk protein concentrate / isolate: An ingredient 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 Nonfat Yogurt Plain Trader Joe's Not ultra-processed · No non-nutritive sweeteners Score 100 out of 100 , 35 points higher -
Greek Plain Great Value · 907 g Not ultra-processed · No non-nutritive sweeteners Score 100 out of 100 , 35 points higher -
organic GREEK YOGURT plain Kirkland Signature · 1.36 kg (48 oz) Not ultra-processed · No non-nutritive sweeteners Score 100 out of 100 , 35 points higher -
Blended Greek Yogurt Oikos Triple Zero · 32 oz Not ultra-processed · No non-nutritive sweeteners Score 100 out of 100 , 35 points higher -
Nonfat Plain Greek Yogurt Member's Mark · 40 oz Not ultra-processed · No non-nutritive sweeteners Score 100 out of 100 , 35 points higher
The same kind of product, at least 10 points higher, sold in the US. Never paid placements.
The Receipt
Greek Yogurt
Ingredients
- Milk protein concentrate / isolate minus 2.5 points
- Allulose minus 2.5 points
- Natural flavors minus 2.5 points
- Guar gum minus 1.5 points
- Stevia (steviol glycosides) minus 1.5 points
- Monk fruit extract minus 1.5 points
Processing
- Ultra-processed (NOVA 4) minus 18 points
- 6 kinds of ultra-processing markers minus 7.5 points
Nutrition per 100 g
- Protein 11 g / 100 g plus 2 points
100 − 35.5 = 64.5 → 65
Nutrition per 100 g
| Energy | 60 kcal |
|---|---|
| Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 5 g |
| Added sugars | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Protein | 11 g |
| Salt | 0.2 g |
Serving: 1 serving (150 g)
Ingredients
- Ultra- Filtered Nonfat Milk ( Ingredient Not Found in Regular Yogurt)
- Water
- Skim Milk (Includes a Dietarily Insignificant Amount of Sugar, Does Not Contain Cream Cheese or Graham Crackers)
- Allulose (Includes a Dietarily Insignificant Amount of Sugar, Does Not Contain Cream Cheese or Graham Crackers)
- Natural Flavors
- Tapioca Flour
- Citrus Fiber
- Guar Gum
- Sea Salt
- Stevia Leaf Extract ( Reb M)
- Vegetable Juice Concentrate (for Color) (Includes a Dietarily Insignificant Amount of Sugar, Does Not Contain Cream Cheese or Graham Crackers)
- Monk Fruit Extract
- Citric Acid
- Cultures
- 6 Live and Active Cultures: S. Thermophilus
- L. Bulgaricus
- L. Acidophilus
- Bifidus
- L. Casei
- L. Rhamnosus
Label text, as published
Ultra- Filtered Nonfat Milk ( Ingredient Not Found in Regular Yogurt), Water, Skim Milk ( Includes a Dietarily Insignificant Amount of Sugar, Does Not Contain Cream Cheese or Graham Crackers), Allulose ( Includes a Dietarily Insignificant Amount of Sugar, Does Not Contain Cream Cheese or Graham Crackers), Contains 2% or Less of: Natural Flavors, Tapioca Flour, Citrus Fiber, Guar Gum, Sea Salt, Stevia Leaf Extract ( Reb M), Vegetable Juice Concentrate (for Color) ( Includes a Dietarily Insignificant Amount of Sugar, Does Not Contain Cream Cheese or Graham Crackers), Monk Fruit Extract, Citric Acid, Cultures, 6 Live and Active Cultures: S. Thermophilus, L. Bulgaricus, L. Acidophilus, Bifidus, L. Casei, and L. Rhamnosus.
Allergens and diets
Contains: Milk
- Not vegan
Always check the package: recipes change.
Sources
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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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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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“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