Molly Morgan, our registered dietician, is the author of To Your Healthy Life.Style. Here you'll find past month's articles containing helpful advice and information on healthy eating, dairy foods, and Crowley products.

Yummy Yogurt - Reasons Why & Ways You Can Enjoy It!

Did you know? All Crowley yogurts are made with healthy bacteria that may improve immune function and prevent infection. The fancy names for the bacteria are: L.acidolphilus and B.bifidus. These active cultures are known as probiotics which are considered to be ‘healthy bacteria’ not like their unhealthy counterparts that we may think about when we hear the word bacteria.

There is growing research that links probiotics, to improved immune function and preventing infection. Additionally, probiotics are responsible for good news for lactose intolerance suffers! There is research that shows the intake of yogurt and some probiotics can improve lactose intolerance symptoms! This connection is thought to be in part from their positive effects on intestinal function.

Are your taste buds looking for new ways to enjoy yogurt? There are many incredible ways you can enjoy Crowley Lowfat or No Sugar Added Non Fat Yogurt. Here are some for you to try:

1. Switch up your breakfast – Instead of having a plain old bowl of cereal, add a creamy twist and have your favorite cereal with yogurt in place of milk!
2. Gourmet Snack – Whip up a delicious fruit and yogurt parfait. In a small glass start with a layer of fruit, next add a layer of yogurt, and continue with layers until the top of the glass! For a great flavor combination consider: Strawberry Banana Burst Yogurt with sliced bananas.
3. Shake it up – In a blender combine 1 cup of Crowley Yogurt, ½ cup of frozen fruit, and a splash of Crowley Lowfat Milk. Blend until smooth and enjoy immediately! Great taste combination: Classic Vanilla Yogurt and Peaches.
4. Delicious Dessert – Prepare a package of vanilla pudding per the directions on the box, when firm, stir in 12 ounces of Adirondack Raspberry Yogurt. Place the mixture in a prepared graham cracker pie crust and chill until serving time. For an added treat, top with Crowley Aerosol Whipped Cream and fresh raspberries.
5. Fruit Dip - Tired of plain old fruit? Jazz it up with a tasty fruit dip! Combine 8 ounces of Classic Vanilla Yogurt with a ¼ teaspoon of cinnamon. Serve with sliced apples, berries, or peaches.
6. Creamy Fruit Salad – Prepare your fruit as usual for a fruit salad. Combine fruits like chopped oranges, kiwi, apples, plums, pears, watermelon, cantaloupe, etc… and toss with Crowley Classic Vanilla Yogurt, until lightly coated. Chill and serve! For another flavor option, consider: a variety of berries tossed with Wild Strawberry Yogurt.

For more mouth watering recipes using yogurt, click here.

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