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Oikos Organic Greek Yogurt
This review was done by Caroline Yoder. Caroline is currently a student at Duke University, studying English and Psychology. She hopes one day to become a writer in the health field. She is a vegetarian but enjoys writing about all healthful eating.

Oikos Greek YogurtIn case you haven’t been paying attention, people everywhere are going nuts over Fage Greek Yogurt. I find Fage's thick and creamy texture its best attribute, but its flavor is pretty bland (read our review - we are one of the few people not going nuts). So, I thought I would give this competing brand, Oikos Organic Greek Yogurt, a whirl. Oikos is made by Stonyfield Farms, a company whose products I normally like especially because they're organic.

The plain version of Oikos is quite similar to Fage. Same great thick texture, but it needs add-ons like honey or fruit to make it truly delectable. Oikos also makes a vanilla flavor, which has just 20 calories more than their plain variety (120 vs. 100 for a 6 ounce container). I had high hopes for this lightly sweetened version, but alas, I found myself adding a packet of Stevia to the container. Unfortunately for you 2% Fage fans, there is no 2% or full fat variety in Oikos line; all their products are 0% fat.

Each 6 ounce container of Oikos Organic Greek Yogurt contains 100-120 calories, no fat and an impressive 16 grams of protein. Depending on which variety you choose, there are 7 or 14 grams of sugar. One serving also provides 20% of your daily calcium needs.

Oikos is a tasty twist on yogurt - if you add in your favorite toppings. Just like Fage, there is not a lot of flavor going on in this little tub. Oikos costs about the same as Fage, about $1.50 per container. Due to their similar price and taste, I would probably stick to Fage because it has 20 fewer calories per serving, and there are more varieties to choose from.

Rating
Taste: 3
Nutrition: 5
Price: 3
Overall: 3.5
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Comments
Sat: January 26, 2008
Jackie Hecht said:

I totally prefer the taste of FAGE to Oikos. I consider Oikos to be a little sour...and yes, it was NOT spoiled! haha. Also, I like the consistancy of FAGE better because it is a little thicker and less liquidy - more like a rich cream. It's a plus that FAGE is also 20 calories less! :)

Sat: January 26, 2008
Aaron said:

I usually add cinnamon, flax, and ZSweet or some other form of erythritol. I like how it has a cooling action when you dissolve it and it tastes more like sugar. Stevia I've always found to be bitter. Anyways, I love Oikos

Thu: February 7, 2008
Dr. Cherylanne Mullaney said:

Fage has the bacteria to help with digestion and proper nutrients for your intestinal track..Fantastic product..I use it every day...

Thu: February 7, 2008
. Cherylanne Mullaney said:

Fage has the bacteria to help with digestion and proper nutrients for your intestinal track..Fantastic product..I use it every day...





 


 
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