I'm a dietitian, here are the best yogurts for your health

Eating yogurt daily provides calcium, vitamins, proteins, and even probiotics. But how do you choose the right one?

In supermarkets, it can be difficult to choose from the dozens of yogurts and desserts of all kinds on offer. Many French people are increasingly health-conscious and are therefore looking to consume the healthiest products possible. In the dessert aisle, it can be difficult to know what to buy, so here's how to make the right choices.

First, it's best to opt for yogurts rather than other desserts, which are generally very high in sugar and additives. But there are different types of yogurt: skyr, Greek and plain yogurts, low-fat yogurts... While they are generally considered healthy, some are healthier than others. British nutritionist Nichola Ludlam-Rainea has just taken stock for the Telegraph .

At the bottom of the list are flavored yogurts, which are "often high in added sugars, fat, and artificial ingredients," according to the nutritionist. Then there are low-fat yogurts, which aren't necessarily healthier than full-fat versions: they can contain more additives and be less filling.

In the middle of the ranking is Greek yogurt, which "may contain more fat and additives" and often less protein than Greek yogurt. Also, protein yogurts, which are very popular, may contain "added sugars and artificial sweeteners," according to the nutritionist.

Finally, on the podium of the best yogurts, there are Greek yogurt (especially the plain versions), natural yogurt - especially Skyr - and yogurts rich in probiotics. These types of yogurt are minimally processed, low in sugar, and are natural sources of protein and good bacteria.

Overall, when choosing a good yogurt, it's best to choose one with the shortest possible ingredient list, and if possible, one that includes "live active cultures" on the label for good bacteria. Avoid those that contain additives like aspartame or sucralose.

A healthy yogurt should be as low in added sugars as possible: ideally, less than 5g per 100g for plain yogurts and less than 10g for flavored yogurts. As for protein, to be a good source, a yogurt should contain at least 5 to 10g per 100g, according to the nutritionist. It's also worth relying on the Nutri-score or scanning a product in an app like Yuka.