When nutrition expert Tim Spector reaches for yogurt, he always goes for the full-fat variety. That might come as a surprise given that full-fat dairy has long been viewed as the unhealthier option, due to its higher saturated fat content. Eating too much saturated fat can raise cholesterol levels and your risk of heart disease, the American Heart Association warns. But Spector, co-founder of nutrition startup ZOE, cautions that there are other reasons to skip the low-fat version of your favorite yogurts.
