Coconut Yogurt Health Benefits and Nutrition Facts

Nutritional summary

Coconut yogurt typically contains significantly higher levels of saturated fat and calories compared to dairy yogurts and other plant-based alternatives like almond, soy, or oat .
Consuming coconut-based fats is consistently linked to increases in LDL-C (low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, often called "bad" cholesterol) and HDL-C (high-density lipoprotein cholesterol) when compared to non-tropical vegetable oils .
Unlike dairy or soy alternatives, coconut-based yogurts are generally lower in protein and potassium, and they often contain higher concentrations of carbohydrates .
Early research suggests that while coconut oil may adversely affect blood lipid profiles, different forms such as coconut milk may have a less pronounced impact, though evidence for its inclusion in heart-healthy diets remains limited .

Interesting fact

Despite its name, the coconut is botanically a drupe rather than a true nut, which allows coconut yogurt to be a common choice for those with tree nut allergies.

Standout nutrients

SUPER

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Calcium

GREAT

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Vitamin D

ELITE

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Water

FAIR

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Vitamin B12

kcal per 100g

Protein0.31g

Fat3.50g

Carbs0.55g

Sugar7.40g

Fat breakdown

Polyunsat0.02g

Monounsat0.07g

Saturated3.42g

Seasonality

Not available

Diet

VeganVegetarianPescatarianGluten FreeDairy FreePaleo

Sustainability

Moderate

While lower impact than dairy, coconut production can contribute to biodiversity loss in tropical regions.

Confidencemedium

Storage

Refrigerate

3–5 days

Keep sealed and consume within a few days of opening.

Flavour

Data & Sources

Harmonized from 1 validated source

USDA

USDA FoodData Central

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Claim citations

Coconuts and Health: Different Chain Lengths of Saturated Fats ...

[1]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

A comparison of the nutritional profile and nutrient density of commercially available plant-based and dairy yogurts in the United States - PMC

[2]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Effect of different forms of coconut on the lipid profile in normal free-living healthy subjects: A randomized controlled trial (Phase II) - PMC

[4]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

A Comprehensive Analysis of the Nutritional Composition of Plant-Based Drinks and Yogurt Alternatives in Europe - PMC

[5]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Nutritional Content and Health Profile of Non-Dairy Plant-Based Yogurt Alternatives - PMC

[6]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Plant-Based Alternatives to Yogurt: State-of-the-Art and Perspectives of New Biotechnological Challenges - PMC

[10]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

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