Yogurt, vanilla, low fat, fortified with vitamin D
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This is a smooth, creamy, low-fat yogurt with a classic vanilla flavor, fortified with vitamin D for an extra nutritional boost. It has a light, pourable consistency and a sweet, aromatic taste from vanilla, with a nutrition profile that emphasizes protein and carbohydrates while keeping fat low.
💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its familiar, comforting sweetness and smooth texture that makes it an easy, enjoyable snack or breakfast component. It's incredibly versatile, blending seamlessly into smoothies, parfaits, or simply being enjoyed from the container.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (13.8g per 100g) can contribute to blood-sugar spikes, especially if consumed alone. To counteract this, pair it with a source of fiber or fat, like berries or a handful of nuts, to slow sugar absorption. Those monitoring sugar intake should opt for plain, unsweetened varieties.
Key benefits
- Good source of protein (4.93g per 100g)
- Fortified with vitamin D for bone health support
- Low in fat (1.25g per 100g)
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates
- Can be a convenient probiotic source (if live cultures are present)
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The vanilla flavor in most commercial yogurts comes from vanillin, which can be derived from the vanilla bean, but is often synthesized from wood pulp or petrochemicals.
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 79.0 g |
| Energy | 85.0 kcal |
| Energy | 358 kj |
| Protein | 4.9 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 1.3 g |
| Ash | 1.0 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 13.8 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 13.8 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 171 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.07 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 16.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 135 mg |
| Potassium, K | 219 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 66.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.83 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.01 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.00 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 4.9 ug |
| Fluoride, F | 12.0 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.80 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.04 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.20 mg |
| Niacin | 0.11 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.55 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.04 mg |
| Folate, total | 11.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 11.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 11.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 15.2 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.53 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 12.0 ug |
| Retinol | 12.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 2.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 43.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.02 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 47.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 1.2 ug |
| Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) | 1.2 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.10 ug |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.81 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.13 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.34 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.12 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.34 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.29 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.04 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.03 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 5.0 mg |
| Tryptophan | 0.03 g |
| Threonine | 0.20 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.27 g |
| Leucine | 0.50 g |
| Lysine | 0.44 g |
| Methionine | 0.14 g |
| Cystine | 0.04 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.27 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.25 g |
| Valine | 0.41 g |
| Arginine | 0.15 g |
| Histidine | 0.12 g |
| Alanine | 0.21 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.39 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.96 g |
| Glycine | 0.12 g |
| Proline | 0.58 g |
| Serine | 0.30 g |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
FAQ
Is low-fat yogurt as healthy as full-fat yogurt?
It depends on your goals. Low-fat yogurt is lower in calories and saturated fat, making it good for weight management. Full-fat yogurt may be more satiating and contains fat-soluble vitamins. Both can be part of a healthy diet.
Why is vitamin D added to yogurt?
Vitamin D is added (fortified) to help consumers meet their daily needs, especially in regions with limited sunlight. It's crucial for calcium absorption and bone health.
Can I use this yogurt in cooking and baking?
Yes, its mild flavor and creamy texture make it a great substitute for sour cream, mayonnaise, or buttermilk in dips, dressings, marinades, and some baked goods like muffins.