Yogurt has been the staple of diets everywhere. Popularized in the 70′s, few people actually know what’s in this creamy concoction. If they knew they were eating millions of live organisms, perhaps they would think twice.

Of course, they shouldn’t.

After many cartons of the new Dannon Activia, I think the stuff is great, especially in the new Light version. I also found it to be more creamy than any other I’ve tried.

I haven’t noticed any difference in its “regularity” effects, but that’s not a problem I had in the first place. I think pro-biotics are good for you in general and it’s great stuff!

Eat up!

To add more yogurt to everyday diet, here are some healthier alternatives and tips:

- Replace mayonnaise and salad dressings with yogurt

- Replace ice cream and milkshake with frozen yogurt and mixed fruit yogurt smoothie

- Make dips with yogurt instead of sour-cream

- Try using yogurt cheese instead of cream cheese

- Use to marinate meat and poultry

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