Do you really know? Are Skyr yoghurts really good for you?
Nov 18, 2025
Explore the intriguing world of skyr yoghurt, rooted in Icelandic history and brought to life by Vikings. Discover how it gained worldwide popularity thanks to visionary marketers. Unpack its impressive nutrition profile, featuring high protein and low fat, setting it apart from traditional yogurts. Learn about serving sizes and calorie counts, with tips for maximizing its health benefits by choosing plain versions. Get ready to rethink your dairy choices with this creamy, innovative product!
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Skyr Is A Strained Icelandic Soft Cheese
- Skyr is a traditional Icelandic dairy product that's technically a soft cheese, not a typical yoghurt.
- Its ultra-thick texture comes from straining milk and removing whey, then adding lactic acid cultures.
How Siggi's Made Skyr Popular
- Entrepreneur Siggi Hilmarsson introduced skyr to the US market with the Siggi's brand.
- His simple, natural branding helped skyr catch on with health-conscious consumers.
High Protein, Low Processing
- Skyr contains much more protein than regular yoghurt due to its concentrated production.
- Plain skyr often has only two ingredients and few additives, so it's less processed than many low-fat yoghurts.