Eating yogurt contributes to a healthy lifestyle. It is a healthy choice for those looking to supplement their daily intake of protein, calcium and other beneficial nutrients.

Yogurt has long been recognized as a healthy and wholesome food. In addition to the fruit-on-the-bottom yogurt that we are accustomed to, yogurt has also been known and consumed in almost all parts of the world.

Yogurt is a mixture of milk (whole, reduced-fat, low-fat or non-fat) and cream fermented by a culture of lactic acid-producing bacteria, Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus. Other bacteria (e.g., acidophilus) and other strains of the above bacteria may be added to the culture. Yogurt contains at least 3.25% milk fat and 8.25% milk-solids-nonfat.

Yogurt is a good source of protein. An average 8 ounce serving of yogurt contains approximately 20% of the Daily Recommended Value for protein (based on a 2,000 calorie diet). Yogurt is dense with protein; it is now considered a viable
alternative to meat as a major source of protein.

Yogurt is an excellent source of calcium, an essential nutrient for the body. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, an average 8 ounce serving of yogurt contains approximately 30% of the Daily Recommended Value for calcium. Calcium is critical for bone growth, development, and maintenance at every age and stage of life.

Yogurt is not only an excellent source of protein and calcium; it is also an excellent source of other essential nutrients such as riboflavin and vitamin B12.

It has also been claimed that yogurt may protect against some types of cancer - but more investigations must be carried out to substantiate this claim.

Low Calories - Our gelato contains fewer calories than other leading brands of ice cream. We think you will find that other low-fat versions or non-fat yogurt versions do not compete against our YOLATO gelato and sorbet.

Freshness - Typical ice cream is stored in three gallon cardboard containers and may contain preservatives to keep the ice cream fresh for several weeks. Our gelato will be made fresh daily at our store and served in five liter stainless steel pans to preserve the essence of the product and ensure the best taste.

Smooth Texture - Ice cream is typically served at a lower temperature and has a higher fat content, thereby giving it a hard texture. YOLATO gelato has a higher serving temperature with a lower fat content which makes for a more pleasant texture and robust flavor.

Overrun - This term describes the amount of air incorporated into the mixture while being processed in a batch freezer (ice cream maker). Lower overrun gives the ice cream a creamier texture and is more pleasing to the taste buds. Most ice creams typically have 100% overrun; YOLATO gelato has between 25 - 40% overrun.