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Dannon Light & Fit Greek Nonfat Yogurt, Vanilla
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Dannon Light & Fit Greek Nonfat Yogurt, Vanilla

Light + Fit
5.30 oz
Available at Foodtown
80
Calories
12g
Protein
7g
Sugars
45mg
Sodium
35
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Dannon Light & Fit Greek Nonfat Yogurt, Vanilla is a single-serve, protein-forward cup you’ll find in the refrigerated dairy aisle among Greek yogurts and other low-calorie snacks, often stacked on shelves of grab-and-go items near creamers, cottage cheese cups, and protein puddings. It is marketed as a light, convenient option for busy shoppers seeking a satiating snack with few calories. The brand leans into fitness and calorie-conscious culture, targeting adults who want a high-protein, low-fat treat — often framed as part of weight management or active lifestyles. The label carries common health halos: fat free, 80 calories, 12 g protein, and active yogurt cultures, while lacking organic or natural-only certifications; it also hides the presence of artificial sweeteners and modified starches behind small-print ingredients. Sensory-wise the yogurt is thick and spoonable with the dense, slightly tangy mouthfeel typical of strained Greek yogurt and a sweet, vanilla aroma and finish provided by added flavors and fructose; it comes in a plastic cup with a foil lid designed for on-the-go convenience. Rituals around this product include slipping a cup into a gym bag for post-workout protein, spooning it into breakfast parfaits, or packing it in a child’s lunchbox. In plain processing context, this product blends cultured milk with non-dairy additives and artificial sweeteners and is more processed than plain yogurt, a point that shows up in its long shelf stability and uniform texture. Overall it occupies the space between indulgent convenience and diet-focused functionality in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Calories80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Cholesterol10mg3%
Sodium45mg2%
Total Carbohydrate9g3%
Total Sugars7g
Added Sugars3g6%
Protein12g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS:, CULTURED, NON, FAT, MILK;, WATER;, FRUCTOSE;, LESS, THAN, 1%:, NATURAL, &, ARTIFICIAL, FLAVORS;, MODIFIED, FOOD, STARCH;, ACESULFAME, POTASSIUM;, SUCRALOSE;, CITRIC, ACID;, POTASSIUM, SORBATE, (TO, MAINTAIN, FRESHNESS);, ACTIVE, YOGURT, CULTURES, L., BULGARICUS, &, S., THERMOPHILUS.

Flagged Ingredients:

  • potassium sorbate - Synthetic preservative
No Preservative

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives such as acesulfame potassium, sucralose, modified food starch, artificial flavors, and preservatives, indicating ultra-processed food according to NOVA criteria.

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Common Questions about Dannon Light & Fit Greek Nonfat Yogurt, Vanilla

Well, 'healthy' can be pretty subjective! This yogurt packs in 12 grams of protein and only 80 calories per serving, making it a solid option if you're looking for a low-calorie snack. Just keep in mind that it does contain added sugars and artificial sweeteners, so if you're avoiding those, it might not be your best choice.

Perfect For

post-workout
back-to-school
meal-prep-sunday

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