Francisco Rosero, endocrinologist: "Not everything that says 'yogurt' is healthy."

Not all products sold as yogurt in the supermarket are good for your health . This is the warning issued by endocrinologist Francisco Rosero , who has sounded the alarm about the hidden dangers behind certain products labeled as "yogurt." The specialist focuses on the nutritional differences between natural yogurt and one full of additives: "They are yogurts. Yes, but they are completely different. This Greek yogurt only has two ingredients: milk and dairy cultures. This ultra-processed yogurt has many ingredients, including sugar, starches, and artificial colors ."

The popularity of yogurt has led many brands to fill their shelves with eye-catching versions, aimed especially at children and people looking to take care of themselves. However, the amount of sugar, thickeners, or preservatives some of these products contain can have a detrimental impact on the gut microbiota . According to Rosero, this intestinal imbalance is no small matter: “They're both yogurts. But this one nourishes you and restores your microbiota. This one, on the other hand, causes inflammation, raises your insulin, and damages your microbiota .”

Over the past few years, various scientific studies have confirmed the link between the frequent consumption of ultra-processed foods and problems such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, and chronic inflammation . Francisco Rosero emphasizes the importance of reading labels to avoid falling into the marketing trap. “ Always choose good processed foods, not ultra-processed ones. Check the labels . Don't buy products with sugar, colorings, preservatives, or thickeners. You don't need them,” the endocrinologist emphasizes, reinforcing a message that is increasingly resonating in the medical community.

"Don't buy products with sugar, colorings, preservatives, or thickeners. You don't need them," says Rosero.

Beyond the technical aspect, Rosero appeals to the consumer's personal decision regarding the food industry. When faced with the question of whether a product is healthy simply because it's labeled "yogurt," the expert makes it clear that the final judgment lies with the buyer . "In the end, you decide. An ultra-processed product or a very well-processed product," he says. His final recommendation also leaves room for enjoyment without compromising health: "P.S.: You can add a drop of stevia and fruit to this well-processed product."