Is yogurt fattening for you?

Yogurt is a good source of calcium, protein, riboflavin and potassium. Whether a food is fattening depends on the calorie needs of an individual and what else is eaten during the day. Calories per serving are printed on the nutrition facts panel of every carton. read more

When buying yogurt, your first decision is whether you want regular-fat, low-fat, or fat-free. You probably have a favorite brand, with just the right texture or tang for your taste buds. If so, stick with it. read more

First, decide if you're having yogurt as a snack or as a full-on breakfast. If it's just a snack, keep it at no more than 200 calories. "That's room for around a cup of yogurt, fruit, and maybe a light sprinkle of nuts," says Gans. read more

Fat content varies among packaged yogurts, and for every gram of fat 9 calories is added to the total calorie count. Fat-free yogurts range from 70 to 130 calories. Low-fat yogurts have 1.5 to 2.5 grams of fat per serving and the calorie content ranges from 140 to 170 per carton. read more