Who is this option for?

Parents of children under 3 in nursery

If you’re looking for a dairy snack for a child in this age group, don’t choose 0% Greek yoghurt. Manger Bouger advises that 0%, skimmed and semi-skimmed products are not suitable for children under 3.

Parents of children aged 3 or over

If you’d like to compare plain 0% Greek yoghurts, check whether they contain milk, what the label says about sugars, the pack size and the nursery’s guidance before choosing.

Families managing a food allergy

The DELTA and FAGE 0% Greek yoghurt products described by Auchan contain milk. If your child’s health means special arrangements are needed, discuss the requirements with the nursery. According to the Ministry of National Education, an individual care plan (PAI) can set out the arrangements, including for nursery care.

What should you check before buying?

For a snack at nursery, first check the child’s age, then whether the product contains milk and what the nursery allows. After that, compare the label and pack size.

Criteria What to check Who is this for?
Child’s age Make sure the child is at least 3 before considering a 0% product. Manger Bouger advises against 0%, skimmed and semi-skimmed products for children under 3. If my child is under 3, I should avoid choosing a 0% product simply because of its fat content. Around 42% of consumers would make age suitability their priority.
Milk and nursery arrangements Read the ingredients and allergen information on the tub you buy. Ask the nursery what its rules are for food brought in from home. If my child has a milk allergy or specific dietary requirements, I need to clarify what they can be served. The presence of milk and the nursery’s rules would be the priority for around 33% of consumers.
Ingredients and pack size Check the fat content and the “no added sugar” claim separately, then look at the tub’s weight and storage instructions. If I’m preparing portions at home, a large tub may suit me. For a snack brought to nursery, I want to know how the product will be served. Around 25% of consumers would put ingredients and pack size first.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Choosing 0% before checking the child’s age

    A 0% label may meet the criteria you’re looking for, but the product may still be unsuitable for a child under 3, according to Manger Bouger.

    Start with the child’s age rather than comparing the nutritional values on the tubs alone.

  • Confusing fat content with added sugars

    These claims describe two different things: “0% fat” does not mean a product has “no added sugar”.

    Check each claim on the product itself, along with its ingredients list.

  • Forgetting that 0% products can still contain milk

    The DELTA and FAGE 0% Greek yoghurts featured by Auchan contain milk. Their reduced fat content doesn’t change this ingredient.

    If your child has an allergy or needs a medically prescribed diet, follow the guidance that applies to them and coordinate with the nursery.

  • Assuming all “Greek-style” yoghurts are 0%

    Carrefour’s product listing for Danone plain Greek-style yoghurt states that it contains 7 g of fat per 100 g. This product doesn’t meet the criteria if you’re only considering 0% options.

    Check the exact product name and the “fat” line on the product you plan to buy.

Brands to compare

DELTA

Auchan lists DELTA plain strained 0% Greek yoghurt in a twin pack of 150 g tubs, with portions already measured out.

  • The product listing states that it contains skimmed milk and live yoghurt cultures, and should be stored between 2 °C and 6 °C.
  • This product contains milk. Its 0% fat content also makes it unsuitable for children under 3, according to Manger Bouger.

FAGE

FAGE Total 0% Greek yoghurt is listed by Auchan in a 950 g tub, which needs to be portioned out when serving.

  • The product listing states that it contains skimmed milk and live yoghurt cultures, and carries a “no added sugar” claim.
  • The tub isn’t pre-portioned, contains milk and should be stored at a maximum of 7 °C. According to Manger Bouger, 0% products are not suitable for children under 3.

Danone

The Danone plain Greek-style yoghurt featured by Carrefour offers a point of comparison with 0% products, but it doesn’t meet the same fat-content criteria.

  • Carrefour’s product listing states that the recipe includes skimmed milk and cream.
  • It contains 7 g of fat per 100 g, so don’t confuse it with a 0% Greek yoghurt.

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Frequently asked questions

Is 0% Greek yoghurt suitable for a child under 3?

No. Manger Bouger advises that 0%, skimmed and semi-skimmed products are not suitable for children under 3. So don’t use the 0% label as a deciding factor when choosing a nursery snack for your child.

Does “0%” also mean “no added sugar”?

No. Here, “0%” refers to fat, not added sugars. Check the claim separately on the label; it appears on Auchan’s listing for FAGE Total 0%.

What should I do if my child is allergic to milk?

Don’t choose a dairy Greek yoghurt based on its fat content: the DELTA and FAGE products described by Auchan contain milk. If special arrangements are medically necessary, follow the guidance for your child and check with the nursery how it will be put into practice. The Ministry of National Education provides for a PAI in settings that care for young children.

Individual portions or a large tub for a nursery snack?

Individual tubs make it easier to see how much to bring: the DELTA product featured by Auchan comes as two 150 g tubs. The 950 g FAGE Total 0% tub needs to be portioned out and stored according to its instructions. Either way, first check what the nursery allows and how the snack will be served.