Homer Community Schools

Week of June 3, 2010

Food Fraud: Low-Fat Yogurt

Too often this nutritional superstar - rich in protein and calcium - contains shocking amounts of added sugar. Some brands add 30 or more grams of fructose, sucrose, or other sweeteners.

Food Fix: Six ounces should be 90-130 calories and under 20 grams of sugar. Avoid sugary "fruit on the bottom," or blend sweetened yogurt with plain, nonfat yogurt.