Dannon Carb Control Yogurt versus Atkins Carb Countdown Reduced Sugar Lowfat Yogurt

Update: The Atkins Yogurt is now discontinued. Read here for more.

OK, there is a new kid on the block. I was buying the Dannon Carb Control yogurt exclusively, but, as soon as I finish my current stock, I plan to buy the Atkins Carb Countdown version. Why? It tastes better, it has the fruit swirls, and it gives you 2 oz. more than the Dannon. All this and it has the same amount of carbs, 3 grams.

Furthermore, at least at my local store, the price is competitive. The Atkins yogurt is 69 cents each, and the Dannon yogurt, which you buy in packs of 4, is usually priced at $2.99, which is 75 cents each, or, even at Market Basket, it is 54 cents each. (They price the 4-pack at $2.19.) I'll pay 15 cents for a better tasting product that gives you more. Your pricing at your local markets may be different.

I like to put a tablespoon of the new Low Carb Special K into the Atkins yogurt. This makes it truly satisfying because it gives it crunch. Flavors include strawberry, peach, and french vanilla, among others. (My kids only liked the Dannon french vanilla flavor.)

Atkins Carb Countdown Reduced Sugar Lowfat Yogurt Nutritional Information (Peach)

Serving Size 1 container (6 oz. or 170g)
Calories 80
Fat Calories 10
Cholesterol 10mg
Sodium 80mg
Total Carb 4g *
Dietary Fiber 0g
Sugars 1g
Protein 12g

The note on the container says to only count 3 grams of carbs because 1 gram of the carbs comes from organic acids that have a minimal impact on blood sugar.

Dannon Carb Control Yogurt Nutritional Information

Serving Size 1 container (4 oz. or 113g)
Calories 60
Calories from fat 25
Cholesterol 10mg
Sodium 30mg
Total Carbohydrates 3g
Dietary Fiber 0g
Sugars 2g
Protein 5g

There is also another Low Carb Yogurt out, Blue Bunny Carb Freedom, but it is not available around me.

Oh, and the Atkins Carb Countdown has twice as much calcium as the Dannon Carb Control yogurt.

And here is the new declared winner of the Low Carb Yogurt Wars: Yoplait!

Comments

[maryann]

I am have a problem finding Atkins Carb Countdown.
They had it at Tops grocery store but they have not had any the last 2 times I have been there

I live in Richmond Heights OH 44143

[Nancy]

What stores still sell Atkins Carb Countdown yogut in my area? I spoke with Tops manager and found out they discontinued it at all their stores due to poor sales. Giant Eagle does not have it either. I like it alot and would like to continue purchasing it if I knew where to find it.

Thanks,
Nancy (Parma Heights, Ohio)

[carole miller]

I am trying to locate a store that carries Dr. Atkins yogurt - the supermarkets did but have dicontinued - I live in Bayshore, New York - thanks

[carole miller]

where can I find Atkins yogurt I live in Bayshore, New York

[Marianne Brandt]

Where can I get Carb Countdown 2% fat or any Carb Countdown?

[Georgia Stefani]

Where can I purchase the low carb and sugar control yougurt in my area? I live in Warren, OH 44484