Yogurt makes an excellent breakfast or snack. It's adaptable and convenient to consume at home or on the go. Yogurt may be a healthy supplement to the diet of diabetics. According to research, the fermented dairy products concentration of probiotics, or living active cultures, may assist persons with diabetes as well as protect those without the illness from acquiring it. 

Probiotic-rich yogurt has been shown in studies to improve blood glucose levels in diabetic individuals and may have a role in lowering the risk of developing type 2 diabetes through increasing glucose metabolism.

Yogurt has a number of health advantages, but how can you know which yogurts to choose and which ones to avoid if you have diabetes?


Recommendations to help diabetics choose yogurt wisely:


Choose low- or no-fat options

General recommendations from the American Heart Association and the Dietary Guidelines both suggest selecting low-fat or fat-free yogurt when picking between that option and whole milk or low-fat yogurt.

Heart disease is twice as likely to affect those with diabetes. This is crucial in order to reduce their daily intake of saturated fat.


Plant-based yogurts that have been fortified are an option.

If you are unable to consume dairy, you can still benefit from plant-based alternatives.

Ideally, you want one that contains calcium and vitamin D fortification. And if you're wondering which one has the most similarities to dairy-based yogurt, it's soy. However, check for fortification. Furthermore, protein may be important when attempting to balance meals.


Avoid using artificial sweeteners.

My advice with artificial sweeteners is to try to limit your overall intake, much like it is for added sugar. Although it would appear advantageous to use artificial sweeteners since the yogurt will have less total carbohydrates (due to the artificial sweetener's sweetening), I suggest using plain yogurt and adding fruit for natural sweetness. Additionally, the fruit contains fiber, which is advantageous for diabetics. Blood sugar levels are stabilized by fiber, which also makes us feel fuller for longer. 


Find yogurts with a high protein content, such as Greek yogurt.

Greek yogurt is creamier and thicker than traditional yogurt. It has more protein than ordinary yogurt as well.

Since the goal is to balance carbohydrates, protein, and lipids, consuming a bit more protein may help diabetics manage their blood sugar levels. Additionally, protein, particularly at breakfast and/or a snack, may occasionally be inadequate with certain meal combinations. Consequently, this additional protein could be advantageous.

Keep added sugar to a minimum.

The line for 'added sugar' may now be found on nutrition labels. Yogurt includes natural sugar in the form of lactose. However, with this new innovation, we can now see how much additional sugar different companies use.