The acidity in Greek Yogurt helps activate baking soda, making baked goods rise more effectively—lending for a light and fluffy texture. The moisture content in Greek yogurt helps contribute to that soft, moist crumb in muffins, cakes, cupcakes, etc. 1 cup of Maple Hill Creamery Greek Yogurt has nearly 22g of protein per cup! This boosts protein and nutritional value compared to ingredients like sour cream, mayonnaise, or crème fraiche. Protein is essential for human health that helps make neurotransmitters necessary for mood and cognition, muscle repair, immunoglobulin formation for healthy immune system, and hormone formation for healthy cellular signaling. Moreover, the amino acids found in protein can help balance blood sugar levels by stimulating insulin secretion, which helps the body utilize glucose more effectively. Slowing down glucose absorption helps prevent blood sugar spikes and crashes to support energy, mood, and focus throughout the day.
Is All Greek Yogurt Created Equal?
Quality and sustainability matter when purchasing yogurt. Grass-fed options are best as grass is naturally high in omega-3 fatty acids, an important type of polyunsaturated fat that is anti-inflammatory. Both omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids are essential fatty acids, meaning that the body can’t make these, so they must come from food. Throughout evolution, humans got omega-3 and omega-6 in a certain ratio. While this ratio differed between populations, it’s estimated to have been about 1:1. However, in the past century or so, this ratio in the Western diet has shifted dramatically and may be as high as 20:1. Scientists have hypothesized that too much omega-6 relative to omega-3 may contribute to chronic inflammation. Regenerative farming is a practice that aims to work in harmony with nature, rather than working against it. This helps restore and improve the health of the land, water, environment, and improve nutrient density.
