Given the multitude of information we have at our fingertips, it’s hardly surprising that consumers these days are making healthier and more well-informed meal choices. And that certainly includes adding superfoods into our diets regularly!
What are these superfoods anyway? Superfoods are nutrient-rich food considered especially beneficial for health and wellness. Basically, wholesome, nutritious foods like fish, leafy greens, nuts and whole grains. But one of the easiest, yummiest and most accessible superfoods is yoghurt.
The superfood you need to add to your diet
Yoghurt contains live bacteria, or probiotics that benefit digestive health and strengthen our immune system. It’s a great choice for a superfood because it’s rich in protein, Vitamin B and calcium—all essential for strong, healthy bones and teeth. In addition, yoghurt can be used in different healthy dishes, and can be mixed with different fruits. As such, it’s versatile enough to cater to the varying preferences of everyone in the family—from the young to the young-at-heart.
Good Bacteria in MARIGOLD Yogurts: “Lactobacillus bulgaricus” and “streptococcus thermophilus”
But take heed for little knowledge is a dangerous thing. It’s important that we do not limit ourselves to a superficial understanding of superfoods. While yoghurt is a superfood, not all yoghurts are created equal. While it’s widely available in the commercial market, the bad news is, some of these commercial yoghurt products contain added ingredients like artificial colouring, flavouring, sweeteners, thickeners and etc. These ingredients are harmful to children—particularly the sweeteners because these are linked to childhood obesity and other health issues. So it’s really important that you make the right choice of yoghurt that does not contain these unwanted ingredients.
We’ve all seen those fancy yoghurt with swirls of vibrant colour. Yes, the burst of colour may be eye-catching and may even make your mouth water, but those are the very culprits that are loaded with artificial colouring. Artificial colouring may cause allergic reactions and even hyperactivity in sensitive children. So in actual fact, those yoghurts that are supposed to be healthier options are unfortunately not so healthy after all.
Not all yoghurts are truly healthy
Most of us have probably heard about how among yoghurt types, Greek Yoghurt sounds like a healthier choice, and that’s true. But Greek-style yoghurt? Not so much. As the word “style” suggests, these Greek-style yoghurt are merely mimicking authentic Greek yoghurt that are produced by a long fermentation process. Greek-style yoghurts are created simply by adding thickeners. And these components make them no longer a healthy choice.
Having said these, it is important for us to remember that a healthier option is only really healthier when there are none of those additives. While some brands perhaps only aimed to make their yoghurt products more appealing and delicious for the consumer by adding all these enhancers, it is good to know that one brand makes yoghurt products a truly healthy superfood that you and your family can enjoy.
A truly healthy yoghurt for you and your family
MARIGOLD Yoghurt, lives up to its name for it is wholesome and has neither added colouring nor sweetener. MARIGOLD Yoghurt is even added with calcium for building strong bones and teeth necessary for your growing child and contains live probiotic cultures that are necessary to maintain a good digestive system. The best part? It is tasty and comes in a variety of eight different flavours made with real chunks of fruits to cater to our diverse palettes.
As parents, you’re bound to want nothing short of the best for you and your children, so when it comes to food, there’s no compromise in seeking the healthiest choices. Make the switch to MARIGOLD Yoghurt today, and enjoy every moment, savouring the taste while reaping the benefits it has to offer, for it is truly goodness from inside out!