Who are these options for?

Fans of plain 0% Greek yoghurt

You want a spoonable product, and you’re looking for a plain recipe with fat content listed per 100 g.

Protein-conscious shoppers

You want to compare protein content with fat and sugar, without assuming that two products labelled 0% have the same nutritional profile.

People who prioritise storage before opening

You’re looking for a product that can be stored at room temperature before opening, and are happy to accept that a filtered UHT milk drink isn’t Greek yoghurt.

What should you look for first?

First decide whether you need a spoonable yoghurt or a drink that can be stored at room temperature before opening. Then compare the nutrition information per 100 g and check the ingredients of the exact product you’re considering.

Criteria What to check Who is it for?
Fat The amount per 100 g and the product description, rather than relying on the 0% claim on the front of the pack. I mainly want to cut down on fat without relying on how the pot is presented. Around 33% of consumers would prioritise this.
Protein The amount per 100 g so you can compare different formats; if you choose a drink, check the amount per bottle too. To compare a yoghurt with a drink, I need figures based on the same quantity. Protein content would be a priority for around 27% of consumers.
Storage and format The UHT label, storage instructions before and after opening, and whether it’s a drink or a spoonable product. I need to be able to store the product outside the fridge before opening, even if that means giving up spoonable yoghurt. This would be the top priority for around 13% of consumers.
Plain recipe and sugars The “of which sugars” line, the ingredients list and any claims about added sugars. I prefer a plain recipe and to know what it contains, without confusing 0% fat with no added sugars. Around 27% of consumers would prioritise this kind of clarity.

Which common misconceptions should you avoid?

  • Assuming Greek yoghurt, skyr and filtered drinks are the same product

    They differ in format and use: a HiPRO UHT drink, as described by Danone, is meant to be drunk, while Greek yoghurt is eaten with a spoon.

    First choose the format you need for your bowl, recipe or when you’re out and about, then compare the nutrition information.

  • Taking the 0% claim at face value

    A claim about fat content doesn’t tell you the amount of sugar or protein, or what the recipe contains.

    Check the nutrition information per 100 g and the ingredients for the exact product, especially if you’re choosing between a plain and a flavoured version.

  • Overlooking a discrepancy between the product description and nutrition table

    A Yoplait page for a fruit skyr describes it as “fat-free”, while its nutrition table lists 2.5 g of fat per 100 g. These details mean you shouldn’t choose the product based on its description alone.

    Before choosing a particular flavour and format, check the information on its packaging.

Brands and ranges to know

FAGE

FAGE Total 0% is a plain strained yoghurt to consider if you’re looking for a spoonable product with detailed nutrition information.

  • Auchan’s listing for the 950 g tub gives, per 100 g, 0 g of fat, 10.3 g of protein and 3 g of sugars. It lists skimmed milk and live cultures as ingredients.
  • It’s a chilled product: the same listing says to store it at a maximum of 7 °C.

DELTA

The 1 kg tub of DELTA 0% Greek-style yoghurt offers a spoonable option if you want to buy a larger quantity.

  • Carrefour’s listing gives 0 g of fat per 100 g and lists skimmed cow’s milk and live cultures as ingredients.
  • To compare its protein content with another yoghurt, check the figure on the packaging of the tub you choose.

Danone HiPRO

Danone’s HiPRO UHT products are an option if you’re looking for a filtered milk drink that can be stored at room temperature before opening, rather than Greek yoghurt.

  • Danone states that this UHT range contains 25 g of protein per 345 g bottle and is labelled 0% fat.
  • The drink format won’t work in a recipe that needs the texture of strained yoghurt; also check the ingredients of the bottle you choose.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “low fat” mean for yoghurt?

For a solid food sold in France, European Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 reserves this claim for products containing no more than 3 g of fat per 100 g. If you’re specifically looking for yoghurt labelled 0%, check the nutrition information for the product you choose rather than relying on its category on the shelf.

Can a filtered UHT milk drink replace Greek yoghurt?

Not if you need spoonable yoghurt or its texture in a recipe. Danone describes HiPRO UHT as a drink range that can be stored at room temperature before opening. It’s designed for a different purpose, even if the bottle also carries a 0% fat claim.

How should you store 0% Greek yoghurt and a UHT drink?

The FAGE Total 0% yoghurt listed by Auchan should be stored at a maximum of 7 °C. Danone’s HiPRO UHT drinks can be stored at room temperature before opening; once opened, follow the instructions on the bottle you choose.

Is 0% yoghurt always free from added sugars?

No: 0% fat and no added sugars are two different claims. Auchan’s listing for FAGE Total 0% gives 3 g of sugars per 100 g and describes it as a no-added-sugar recipe. For any other product, check this information separately and read the ingredients list.