Syn Free Yogurts: The Ultimate Guide to Low & Free Yogurts on Slimming World
Finding healthy low syn snacks in the slimming world is not always as easy as it seems, but you can find foods that are syn free, allowing you to snack healthier and save your syns for treats.
Yogurts in particular can be syn free, but only if they are unflavoured and fat-free, any fat-free yoghurts with flavourings have to have they're syns counted.
We've put together a short guide below which will take you through all you need to know about syn free yoghurts.
What Makes a Yoghurt Syn Free?
Before we get into our lists, it's good to know that not all yoghurts are syn free on the slimming world plan just because they might be 'fat-free'. Slimming world specifically only classes syn free yoghurts as natural yoghurts or unflavoured yoghurts as syn free.
For example, fat-free Danone Activia 0% fat yogurt in the cherry flavour has 0.5 syns while Onken Fat Free Natural yoghurt is syn free since it's not flavoured. The syns in these flavoured yoghurts are due to the flavourings and sweeteners which make them easier to overeat.
Is Greek Yoghurt Syn Free?
Greek yoghurts are syn free the same way natural yoghurt is as long as it's not flavoured and fat free, if your buy 1% or 2% then you will need to account for its syns, these can be worked out via a syn calculator or at the rough rule of 1 syn to 20 calories.
Our List Of SYN FREE Yoghurts
To make your shopping easier, we've done the hard work and found some syn free yogurts from a variety of different brands below.
Tesco greek style 0% fat natural yoghurts - Syn free.
Onken Fat Free natural yoghurt - Syn free.
Brooklea Fat Free Natural Yogurt 500g - Syn free.
Sainsbury's Fat Free Greek Style Natural Yogurt - Syn free.
Creamfields Fat Free Greek Style Natural Yogurt - Syn free.
Yeo Valley Organic 0% Fat Natural Yogurt 150g - Syn free.
ASDA Fat Free Greek Inspired Yogurt - Syn free.
Arla Skyr Icelandic Style Yogurt, Natural 450g - Syn free.
ASDA Greek Style Fat Free Yogurt - Syn free.
Our List of Low Syn Yoghurts
Flavoured fat free yoghurts are not syn free as we mentioned above, but they can be very low in syns, we've listed a few favourite low syn yoghurts to try out below.
Lidl Milbona Greek Style No Fat Natural Yogurt -1.5 syns.
Asda Free From Almond Soya Yogurt – 0.5 syns a serving.
Asda Low Fat natural protein yoghurt - 0.5 syns a serving.
Alpro Soya Yogurt Mango - 2 syns a serving.
Alpro Soya Yogurt Cherry - 2 syns a pot.
Alpro Soya Yogurt Plain with Almond - 0.5 syns a serving.
Alpro Soya Yogurt Plain with Coconut - 0.5 syns a serving.
Ideas For Using Fat Free Yoghurts In Your Slimming World Diet
Now we know all the syn free and low syn yoghurts you can buy, there are endless ways to make use of them in the SW plan to keep your syns low, we've listed a few ideas for inspo.
Curry sauce - Rather than adding cream or milk, using syn free yoghurt in curry sauce keeps the dish light with fewer syns and calories while adding that same creamy texture and cooling down the spices.
Mousse - Another great way to make use of syn free yoghurt is by using it as a mousse, this keeps the syns low, Greek yoghurt fat-free and natural would work great here due to its thicker texture.
Yoghurt bark - Simply take your fat free natural yoghurt, add your desired fresh fruits then freeze, snack until your heart's desire!
Yoghurt jelly - Mixing fat free natural yoghurt with fat free jelly makes a great dessert for people with a sweet tooth and is simple to make.
Yoghurt dessert bowls - Why not take some syn free yoghurt and top with some syn free fruits for a quick and healthy dessert, you could even add a teaspoon of honey for some extra sweetness, make sure to syn it!
On porridge - Fat free natural yoghurt can make an excellent topping for porridge and helps add protein to your meal.
Final Words
Overall, yoghurts are an excellent snack to have in the slimming world plan for a low syn breakfast, quick snack or easy dessert with the addition of fruit and some sweetener. Always make sure to syn any fat free yoghurts with are flavoured since they can often have a high content of sugar or sweetener, for syn free options, stick to unflavoured and zero fat.
Frequently Asked Questions
How are syn values calculated?
Syn values are calculated using a formula based on calories, saturated fat and sugar content per serving. They’re not the same as calories — a product can be low in calories but higher in syns if it’s high in sugar or fat. Always check the official Slimming World app for the most accurate and up-to-date syn values.
Do syn values change?
Yes. When manufacturers reformulate their products, the syn value can go up or down. This is why we recommend double-checking with the Slimming World app or your consultant, especially if a product’s packaging has changed recently.
How many syns should I have per day?
Most Slimming World members work with 5 to 15 syns per day. Your consultant will advise on the right amount for you. The key is to use your syns on the things you enjoy most — whether that’s a chocolate bar, a glass of wine, or a packet of crisps.
Jennifer is a certified nutritionist and weight loss coach with a Master's in Nutrition from Cambridge. With over 10 years experience, she shares healthy recipes and science-backed slimming tips on SheCooksSheEats to help people reach their wellness goals. Jennifer stays up-to-date by regularly attending conferences and continuing her nutrition education. She aims to provide research-backed advice to inspire balanced, happy living.
please can you tell me me how many syns are in M&S 0% Greek style live yogurt with a layer of raspberry and Blackcurrant
Thank you