Yoghurt: nutritional values and vitamins of the dairy product
Not all yoghurts are the same. Who hasn’t stood there wondering which product is the best choice? What yoghurt has what nutritional values? And what are the general benefits of yoghurt? Find out more about the interesting properties and diverse uses of this well-known dairy product here.
Storage time*
| BioFresh Meat & Dairy safe just above 0 °C with low humidity | 12 days |
| Fridge compartment 7 °C | 3 days |
| Freezer compartment -18 °C | not recommended |
The key points
- High in protein: regardless of its fat content, yoghurt provides around 3-4 g of protein per 100 g – ideal for a protein-rich diet.
- Source of vitamins: yoghurt contains calcium, B vitamins and probiotic lactic acid bacteria – good for bones and gut flora.
- Variable calorie content: depending on fat content, between 35 and 120 kcal per 100 g – from low-fat to cream yoghurt.
- Durable: if stored in a cool place, often edible well beyond the best-before date.
How much protein and vitamins does yoghurt contain?
Depending on the fat content of the milk used, there are four different fat content levels for yoghurt. The calorie and nutrient content of yoghurt also varies significantly depending on its fat content. Low-fat yoghurt (0.1 % fat) contains around 35–45 kcal per 100 g and provides around 3–4 g of protein, while cream yoghurt (at least 10 % fat) can contain up to 120 kcal per 100 g, with a similar protein content. The protein content remains relatively constant across all fat levels, making yoghurt a valuable source of protein – especially for people who want to eat a calorie-conscious or protein-rich diet. Yoghurt can also be healthy for the gut, as it contains significant amounts of calcium, B vitamins and lactic acid bacteria.
How is yoghurt made?
Yoghurt is made from raw milk. This can come from cows, sheep or goats. After the raw milk has been purified, the consistency of the yoghurt is changed through homogenisation and intensive heat treatment. This extends the shelf life and adjusts the milk to a specific fat content. Various lactic acid bacteria cultures are then added, which convert the milk sugar into lactic acid. This lowers the pH value of the product to an acidic level. This process is called lactic acid fermentation and also affects the consistency and shelf life of the product. The acidic pH value causes structural changes in the milk protein, making the mixture thicker or even solid.
How well does yoghurt retain its nutritional value?
Have you bought a yoghurt product and it has been sat in your fridge for a while? Then you are probably wondering how long you can still enjoy it with a clear conscience. The best-before date is, of course, the first point of reference. However, the actual shelf life of yoghurt in particular is often much longer than this, and throwing away perfectly good products can easily be avoided. So trust your senses! Visible mould, a grainy consistency and an unpleasant bitter taste or smell indicate spoilage. If you do not notice anything unusual when you smell the yoghurt and try a spoonful, you can assume that your yoghurt is safe to eat.
Especially if you have stored your product correctly, it is very likely that it will still be good long after the best-before date. To store correctly, make sure that your yoghurt is kept cool without any long interruptions. This is best achieved in the BioFresh Meat & Dairy safe of your Liebherr fridge. It has low humidity and temperatures just above 0 °C. This means that your yoghurt, with its excellent nutritional values, will keep for up to twelve days instead of the three days in a normal fridge compartment at 7 °C. If you use a resealable container, make sure you only remove the product with a clean spoon to prevent contamination. Enjoy your yoghurt and its nutritional benefits for longer with our tips.
*All specifications given are to be considered as guideline values, and depend in each case on the type of food and on the proper storage without interruption of the cold chain from harvest/production through to the Liebherr appliance. Should food products have information about minimum shelf life, the date on the packaging always applies.
