Who are these options for?

People looking for a fresh, creamy snack

If you have access to a fridge, the texture and ease of serving can help you choose a Greek-style yoghurt. Then compare the sugar, protein and fat content of the recipe you’re considering.

Relatives keeping an eye on how much someone eats

If someone is eating less or losing weight, you can choose a snack to suit their preferences, but this alone won’t address possible malnutrition. Assurance Maladie recommends seeing a doctor if someone is losing weight.

Households looking to stock up without using the fridge

If being able to store a drink at room temperature before opening is important, look for a UHT drink whose packaging confirms this. Danone’s HiPRO UHT drink is a drinkable dairy product, not Greek-style yoghurt.

What should you look for?

Chilled Greek-style yoghurt

Worth considering: for a spoonable snack when a creamy texture matters and you can keep it chilled.

Bear in mind: transport and storage must follow the packaging instructions. A plain recipe won’t necessarily have the same nutritional profile as a fruit version.

UHT milk drink

Worth considering: when being able to store a drink without refrigeration before opening is the main priority.

Bear in mind: this is a drinkable snack, unlike chilled yoghurt. Also check the storage instructions for after opening.

What to consider What to check Who this matters to
Texture and serving Check the recipe and pot size, then read the storage instructions. For a spoonable snack, I look for a creamy texture and a portion that’s easy to serve. Around 31% of consumers put this at the top of their list.
Nutritional information Compare the protein content per 100 g and per portion for the specific products. If someone is losing weight or finding it difficult to eat, seek medical advice. When someone is eating less, I want to understand what the chosen portion actually provides, without treating it as a solution to malnutrition. This is the top priority for around 31% of consumers.
Storage before opening Check the product description, required temperature and instructions for before and after opening. If I want to stock up without using the fridge before opening, I look for a drink whose packaging says it can be stored that way. Storage is the top priority for around 23% of consumers.
Sugar and fat Read the information per 100 g and per portion, along with the ingredients list, especially for flavoured or fruit recipes. If I’m choosing between plain and fruit yoghurt, I want to compare their sugar and fat content rather than rely on the name of the recipe. Around 15% of consumers make their choice based first on these figures.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Assuming “Greek-style” means high in protein

    The product description doesn’t tell you how much protein it contains. The product listing for Auchan plain Greek-style yoghurt 4 × 150 g gives 2.9 g of protein per 100 g; Danone states that its HiPRO UHT Vanilla drink contains 25 g per 330 ml portion. These are different products and portion sizes.

    Compare the information per 100 g and per portion for each product, then choose the format that suits the kind of snack you’re looking for.

  • Choosing chilled yoghurt as a store-cupboard option

    Yoghurt that needs to be kept chilled isn’t suitable for this purpose. Auchan’s product listing for its plain Greek-style yoghurt specifies a storage temperature of 0 °C to +6 °C.

    If you want to stock up without using the fridge before opening, check that a UHT drink can be stored this way. For chilled yoghurt, plan transport and storage according to the label.

  • Assuming a fruit recipe is the same as a plain one

    Ingredients and nutritional information vary from product to product. E.Leclerc states that its Delisse Greek-style yoghurt with a strawberry layer contains 12.3 g of sugar per 100 g.

    If sugar content matters to you, compare the information per 100 g and the ingredients lists for the recipes you’re considering.

  • Relying on a snack to address weight loss

    On its own, a yoghurt or drink can’t establish the cause of weight loss or difficulty eating.

    If these difficulties arise or persist, see a doctor rather than relying solely on a change of snack. Assurance Maladie recommends this if someone is losing weight.

Brands and ranges to consider

These brands offer examples of formats and recipes to compare. Your choice depends on the specific product and its label.

Danone

The Carrefour range includes Danone Greek-style yoghurts. Danone also offers the HiPRO UHT milk drink.

  • Two different formats to suit a snack you eat with a spoon or drink.
  • HiPRO UHT isn’t Greek-style yoghurt; whether it’s suitable as a snack depends on the person’s needs.

Carrefour Extra

The range reviewed includes Greek-style yoghurt in 150 g pots, with plain, honey and fruit varieties.

  • The same pot size makes it easy to compare different recipes.
  • Check the ingredients, nutritional information and storage instructions for the recipe you choose.

Delisse / Marque Repère E.Leclerc

E.Leclerc offers, among other products, Delisse plain Greek-style yoghurt in 4 × 150 g pots and a strawberry-layer version.

  • Plain and fruit recipes give you two sets of nutritional information to compare, depending on your snack preferences.
  • The strawberry version’s product listing gives 12.3 g of sugar and 2.3 g of protein per 100 g; these figures don’t apply to other products.

Auchan

The Auchan plain Greek-style yoghurt reviewed is sold in 4 × 150 g pots and should be stored between 0 °C and +6 °C.

  • Its product listing gives 2.9 g of protein and 8.2 g of fat per 100 g, which is useful when comparing this specific product.
  • Keep it at the stated temperature and check the label on the product you buy.

Eridanous / Lidl

Lidl presents Eridanous as a Greek-style yoghurt to enjoy plain or use in recipes.

  • This gives you the option of a plain snack or serving it with something, depending on your preferences.
  • Check the packaging for the nutritional information and storage instructions for the product you choose.

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Frequently asked questions

What’s the difference between chilled Greek-style yoghurt and a UHT drink?

They’re two different products and two different ways to enjoy a snack: yoghurt is eaten with a spoon, while a UHT drink is drunk. Danone says its HiPRO UHT drink can be stored without refrigeration before opening. For chilled yoghurt, follow the temperature instructions on the packaging.

Can Greek-style yoghurt be kept out of the fridge?

Don’t assume it can: follow the storage instructions for the product you’ve bought. Auchan’s product listing for its plain Greek-style yoghurt specifies storage between 0 °C and +6 °C.

What should you do if an older person is losing weight or eating less?

See a doctor rather than looking for a solution in the choice of yoghurt or drink alone. Assurance Maladie recommends seeing a doctor promptly if someone is losing weight, so the cause can be investigated.

What should you check on the label when comparing two snacks?

Start with the product description, then read the ingredients list, nutritional information and storage instructions. To compare two recipes, check the sugar, fat and protein content per 100 g, as well as the portion you plan to serve.

How should you handle an opened pot or a use-by date that’s approaching?

Follow the storage instructions and guidance on how long the product can be kept after opening, as shown on the packaging. Don’t consume a product beyond its use-by date. Once it’s opened, follow the product-specific instructions.