Curd vs. Yogurt vs. Skyr

Curd (also called Dahi in some parts of India) is made by fermenting milk with lactic acid bacteria. It's a staple in many diets and offers a good balance of nutrients.

Yogurt, on the other hand, is made by fermenting milk using live strains of two kinds of bacteria - Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus. This makes yogurt a better probiotic, supporting gut health.

Greek Yogurt is a denser version of regular yogurt. It's also packed with more protein than curd, making it an excellent post-workout snack.

Skyr (pronounced skeer) is a traditional high-protein dairy product originating from Iceland. It contains about four times more protein than normal yogurt, making it a fantastic choice for fitness enthusiasts looking to build muscle and support recovery.

Milky Mist Skyr packs 12g of protein in every 100g, making it one of the most protein-rich dairy products around.

It is technically classified as a fresh acid-coagulated cheese because it is made using rennet, which coagulates milk and separates curds from whey. Traditionally made from skimmed milk, skyr has a mild, slightly tangy flavor with a hint of natural sweetness. While it is often marketed as yogurt in the U.S. and EU, its production process aligns more closely with cheese-making

Why Choose High-Protein Dairy?

• Muscle Recovery: High-protein dairy products like Greek yogurt and Skyr help repair and build muscle tissue after workouts.
• Gut Health: The probiotics in yogurt support a healthy gut microbiome, which is essential for overall health and well-being.
• Nutrient-Rich: These dairy products are packed with calcium, which is crucial for bone health and muscle function.

Incorporate These Powerful Dairy Products into Your Diet

• Post-Workout Snack: Enjoy a bowl of Greek yogurt or Skyr with some fresh berries and a drizzle of honey.
• Smoothie Boost: Blend your favorite yogurt with fruits, vegetables, and a scoop of protein powder for a nutrient-packed smoothie.
• Meal Prep: Use high-protein dairy products in your meal prep to ensure you're getting the nutrients you need throughout the day.

Fun Facts

• There are a whole bunch of other dairy products (food produced from the milk of mammals) from around the globe to explore.
• In 1919, Isaac Carasso (1874–1939) launched a small yogurt business in Barcelona, naming it “Danone.” He’s credited with creating one of the first industrial yogurt operations in Western Europe, using bacterial cultures from the Pasteur Institute in Paris. Inspired by Nobel laureate Élie Metchnikoff’s research on the health benefits of fermented milk—especially for gut health and fighting malnutrition in children—Carasso pioneered its industrialization in a modern European context, perfecting the process, standardizing production with specific cultures, and marketing it successfully as a health product.
• Yogurt was initially sold as a medicinal product through pharmacies.
• Danone is widely recognized as a leader in fresh dairy products worldwide.
• In 2025, the global yogurt market was worth around USD 144 billion, fueled by the rising popularity of high-protein nutrition, probiotics, and functional foods.