Parents looking for a smooth texture
You want a thick product that’s enjoyable on its own or with fruit, without assuming that “Greek-style” means it’s high in protein.
Who is this choice for?
Families comparing protein content
For breakfast or a snack, you want to compare the amount shown per 100 g, then check how much is in the portion you’ll actually serve.
People buying for a young child
You take your child’s age, the fat content and the other dairy products they eat during the day into account, rather than choosing solely based on a “0%” claim or protein content.
What should you compare?
Natural Greek-style yoghurt
Worth considering: when a creamy texture and the option to serve it plain or with fruit matter more than protein content.
Keep in mind: “Greek-style” doesn’t guarantee a high protein content.
Skyr
Worth considering: if you’re looking for a thick texture while comparing the protein content per 100 g.
Keep in mind: skyr isn’t Greek-style yoghurt, and flavoured recipes can have different sugar levels.
High-protein dairy pot
Worth considering: when the protein amount stated per pot is the main priority for a teenager or adult.
Keep in mind: a 0% fat pot isn’t automatically a suitable replacement for the dairy products that meet the needs of a child under 3.
| Criteria | What to check | Who is it for? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | Compare the protein per 100 g, then per portion if the pots aren’t the same size. | For a snack where protein content matters more than texture alone, I want to compare products on a like-for-like basis; around 37% of consumers make this their top priority. |
| Sweetness and sugars | Compare the “of which sugars” line per 100 g and the ingredients in the exact recipe. | If a child prefers a sweet taste, I look for a recipe they’ll enjoy rather than choosing a flavour based on its name alone; this matters most to around 27% of consumers. |
| Child’s age | Under 3s: consider the fat content and how the product fits into their dairy intake for the day. | When I’m buying for a toddler, I don’t want to apply the criteria for an adult product; nearly 18% of consumers put the child’s age first. |
| Size and regular purchases | Check the pot size, use-by date and which product is available at your shop. | For family meals, I need a pack size that suits how often we’ll use it; around 18% of consumers make this their top criterion. |
Mistakes to avoid
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Assuming “Greek-style” means “high-protein”
Auchan and Delisse E.Leclerc natural Greek-style yoghurts contain 2.9 g and 3.0 g of protein per 100 g, respectively. Yoplait says its Skyr ranges contain between 7.8 g and 9.3 g per 100 g. So texture alone isn’t enough to compare these products.
Check the protein per 100 g on the exact pot, then work out how much that is for the portion you’ll serve if the pack sizes differ.
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Choosing a flavour based on sweetness alone
A flavoured recipe won’t necessarily have the same nutritional values as its natural version. Yoplait states that its vanilla stirred Skyr contains 10.0 g of sugars per 100 g.
Compare the “of which sugars” line and the ingredients for the flavour you’re considering. If the natural version is suitable, you can choose whether to add fruit yourself.
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Using sports nutrition criteria for a toddler
A product labelled high-protein and 0% fat isn’t automatically a suitable replacement for the dairy products usually eaten by a child under 3. Manger Bouger highlights the importance of fat at this age and recommends whole milk.
Consider your child’s age and their overall dairy intake rather than choosing based only on the protein amount shown on the pack.
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Trusting an online product page without checking the pot
Looking at a product page online doesn’t replace checking the exact product on offer and its label. Auchan notes, in particular, that the composition may vary depending on the online grocery service and the date of purchase.
Check the ingredients, nutritional information and use-by date on the packaging.
Brands to know
Danone — HiPRO
A high-protein dairy range that’s distinct from traditional Greek-style yoghurt. Danone states that each 160 g HiPRO pot contains 15 g of protein.
- The protein amount per pot makes it easy to compare portions.
- Its sports-focused positioning and “0% fat” claim don’t make it a suitable substitute for dairy products intended for under-3s.
Yoplait — Skyr
Skyr available in a range of recipes, rather than Greek-style yoghurt. Yoplait states that protein content varies from 7.8 g to 9.3 g per 100 g across the range.
- Natural and flavoured versions let you compare different recipes.
- Values vary by product: Yoplait states that its vanilla stirred Skyr contains 10.0 g of sugars per 100 g.
Carrefour — Carrefour Extra
A pack of 4 × 150 g natural Greek-style yoghurts. Carrefour lists whole milk, cream and cultures among the ingredients.
- The natural version lets you choose the fruit or other accompaniment.
- To compare its protein content, check the nutritional information on the pot you buy.
E.Leclerc — Delisse
A pack of 4 × 150 g natural Greek-style yoghurts. E.Leclerc states that this product contains 3.0 g of protein per 100 g.
- The portion size and protein content of this product are stated.
- Check which product and pack size are available at your shop before relying on these values.
Auchan
A pack of 4 × 150 g natural Greek-style yoghurts. Auchan states that they contain 2.9 g of protein and 8.2 g of fat per 100 g.
- These values let you compare the same quantity of product.
- Auchan notes that the composition may vary depending on the online grocery service and the date of purchase, so check the label on the pot.
Lidl — Eridanous
A Greek-style yoghurt that Lidl describes as creamy, suitable to enjoy on its own or in sweet and savoury dishes.
- Its versatility in cooking may be useful if you’re also looking for a product to use in recipes.
- Check the protein and sugar content on the packaging before choosing it for these reasons.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Greek-style yoghurt always high in protein?
No. The name alone doesn’t tell you how much protein it contains. Auchan states that its natural Greek-style yoghurt contains 2.9 g per 100 g, while the Delisse product mentioned by E.Leclerc contains 3.0 g per 100 g. Compare the per-100 g figure on each pot you’re considering.
Is a 0% pot suitable for a child under 3?
The “0%” claim alone isn’t enough to decide whether it can replace the dairy products a toddler usually eats. Manger Bouger highlights the need for fat before the age of 3 and recommends whole milk. Also consider the other dairy products your child eats during the day.
How do you compare the sugars and protein in two pots?
First, check the nutritional information per 100 g on each pot, then compare the portion sizes if you want to see how much you’ll be serving. The Directorate-General for Competition Policy, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control states that the nutritional declaration for pre-packed foods is given per 100 g or 100 ml. Make sure you check the flavour and pack size of each product.
What should you check if a child has a milk allergy?
Check the ingredients of the exact product: a yoghurt containing milk isn’t suitable if the allergy is to milk proteins. The Directorate-General for Competition Policy, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control states that allergenic ingredients must be clearly highlighted on the labels of relevant food products.