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10 Ways to Naturally Sweeten VOSKOS® Nonfat Plain Greek Yogurt

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I have a confession: I LOVE plain nonfat VOSKOS® yogurt and enjoy eating it as-is! Despite being nonfat, it is so thick and creamy, and not too tart. Every spoonful is so satisfying!

Of course, VOSKOS® nonfat is also very healthy – in fact, it’s as healthy as yogurt can get. Chock full of protein, calcium and probiotics and no added sugar. It’s certainly better than those commercial brands in the store that add obscene amounts of sugar, not to mention gelatin and flavorings, to their products.

But I know that not everyone enjoys the taste of plain, nonfat yogurt. So what to do if you don’t want the sugar-laden stuff from the store, you know that nonfat plain is the healthiest, but you still find that it’s too bland and not flavorful enough to eat as is?

Flavor it naturally! The advantage of doing that is that you start off with the cleanest of foods, then add just the amount you need to make it more flavorful. So you know exactly what gets into your body, and you are in control of how sweet the end result is.

Some of these I tried and loved. Others are suggestions from fans that were posted on our Facebook page:

1. Honey. This one is a classic. Pour a tablespoon of honey over 8oz plain nonfat VOSKOS® and mix well.

2. Jam. As simple as honey, simply add a tablespoon of jam to 8oz plain nonfat VOSKOS® and mix well.

3. Mashed fruit. I love mashing a ripe banana and adding it to my VOSKOS® plain nonfat.

4. Raisins. Raisins are fun because they add chewiness in addition to flavor.

5. Dark chocolate. Melted and swirled into the yogurt, or use a tablespoon of chocolate syrup.

6. Peanut butter. Use a hand-held whisk or a fork to whip 8oz VOSKOS® Plain Nonfat with 1 tablespoon peanut butter. Add a teaspoon of chocolate syrup for some extra indulgence!

7. Chocolate chips. Use dark chocolate chips – dark chocolate is actually good for you, in moderation.

8. Granola. A quarter cup of granola adds just the right amount of sweetness and crunch. Of course, you can always opt for YoGreek, dual-cup Greek yogurt that comes with pre-measured crunchy granola!

9. Stevia and Vanilla. To create your own vanilla yogurt and keep it low in calories, add stevia to taste and a drop of vanilla extract to your VOSKOS® Plain Nonfat.

10. Apple butter. Mix one tablespoon apple butter into your VOSKOS® Greek Yogurt for a fruity, creamy, wonderful treat.

Eat VOSKOS® Greek Yogurt, Get Better Looking Skin!

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How your skin looks depends on many factors, including your age, gender, genetics, and how well you take care of your skin. Most of us know by now that strict avoidance of smoking and the daily use of a broad-spectrum sunscreen are a must for a healthy skin.

But an often-overlooked aspect of maintaining a good skin is our diet. What we eat and drink does affect how our skin looks. Here are a few tips for helping your skin look its best:

1. Stay hydrated. Adequately hydrated skin cells reward us with enhanced health, increased energy, and a radiant complexion. Dehydrated skin over a period of time can become dry and wrinkled.

2. Minimize alcohol consumption. Alcohol will make you dehydrated and could make your skin look dull and lifeless.

3. Avoid saturated fats, but don’t avoid fats altogether. In fact, healthy fats, such as the omega-3 fatty acids, are incredibly important and may help to prevent dry, patchy skin. Studies have found that people whose diets were high in these fatty acids had less skin wrinkling than those with diets high in saturated fats.

4. Get enough protein. Foods high in protein, such as VOSKOS® Non-Fat Greek Yogurt, are good for our skin because we need protein to repair our cells. Women in particular often do not have protein-adequate diets, and this can result in accelerated aging.

5. Get enough B Vitamins. Deficiencies in B vitamins, particularly B6, B12, biotin and niacin can cause dermatitis, skin hypersensitivity, and dry skin. B vitamins are found in whole grain, green leafy vegetables, meats, fish, eggs and milk.

6. Get plenty of vitamin C. Vitamin C is a powerful anti oxidant, and a necessary component in the formation of collagen.

7. Want to combine as many of these nutrients as possible in a single meal? Mix 8 oz VOSKOS® Greek Yogurt with a cup of fresh berries and a handful of walnuts, and accompany your meal with a tall glass of freshly squeezed orange juice. This meal is low in saturated fats and high in protein, omega 3 fatty acids, calcium and vitamin C.

8. Eating VOSKOS® Greek Yogurt has an added bonus: it contains five live and active multibacterial strains, which means that each 100 gram serving of VOSKOS® Greek Yogurt contains billions of live and active bacterial bases. These help maintain gut flora and boost immune system functioning and nutrient absorption, all essential to a healthy skin and body.