FAQ

Yogurt is a coagulated milk product obtained by lactic acid fermentation through the action of two lactic acid bacteria, Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus, from milk and milk products.

All Liberté yogurts made from cow’s milk contain living lactic acid bacteria (Bifidobacterium lactis, Streptococcus thermophilus, Lactobacillus bulgaricus, Lactobacillus casei and Lactobacillus acidophilus).

Under the US Food and Drug Regulations, all of our products must be pasteurized.

Pasteurization is a preservation process in which foods are heated to a set temperature and for a set time and then quickly cooled.

Like all yogurt producers, Liberté must conduct analyses on the milk it uses to make yogurt and is prohibited from including milk that contains antibiotics. Liberté products in the US are made with rBGH free Vermont milk*.

*No significant difference has been shown between milk derived from rbST-treated and non-rbST-treated cows.

The sugar in plain products is from lactose, a natural sugar found in milk. Flavoured products are sweetened with the fruits that they contain and with refined white sugar.

The best before date is the date until which a product will maintain its freshness and quality if it is properly kept and handled. Past this date, the product should be consumed as soon as possible since its taste, texture and nutrient value will begin to deteriorate. It’s ultimately up to you to decide if you want to consume an expired product.

Liberté products do not contain preservatives, and you should therefore respect the best before dates to fully benefit from their nutrients and freshness. Once a yogurt has been opened, it should be consumed within five to seven days.

The liquid is actually an ingredient called whey. It contains most of the yogurt’s vitamins and nutrients, and it’s normal for a small amount to rise to the surface. To fully benefit from all of the whey’s nutritional benefits, mix it into the yogurt.

Though most Liberté products do not contain gluten, our plants have not been certified “gluten free” because certain products from our suppliers may have come into contact with the protein. Liberté has implemented rigorous cleaning measures and processes to limit the spread of allergens.

Though Liberté products do not contain nuts, our plants are not certified “nut free” because certain products from our suppliers may have come into contact with nuts. Liberté has implemented rigorous cleaning measures and processes to limit the spread of allergens.

Lactose intolerance is a reaction that stems from an inability to digest lactose (a natural sugar found in milk) caused by an enzyme deficiency. People who are lactose intolerant are often able to properly digest small amounts of yogurt because the lactic acid bacteria contained in the yogurt transforms the lactose into lactic acid. People who are lactose intolerant may prefer our goat milk products, since they contain less lactose than those made from cow’s milk. We recommend that you speak with your nutritionist for more information.
 

Women who are pregnant require more calcium and protein. Yogurt is a good source of calcium and protein, but, if you’re pregnant, it’s best to first speak with your doctor or nutritionist.

Nutritionists recommend integrating yogurt into a child’s diet at nine or ten months. Children need fat for growth and brain development, so it’s best to give them yogurt with a higher fat content. Speak with your pediatrician or nutritionist to learn more.

It’s best not to freeze yogurt. Its nutrient content won’t be affected but its texture will change.

Our containers were not designed to be heated or hold hot liquids.

Most Liberté containers are recyclable, because they are primarily made from polypropylene (number 5 plastic).

Yogurt container: number 5 plastic (polypropylene)
Yogurt container lid: number 4 plastic (low-density polyethylene)
Kefir container lid: number 5 plastic (polypropylene)
Foil: number 4 plastic (low-density polyethylene)
 

 All Liberté products are kosher, except for the following:
• Méditerranée yogurts (plum & fig, lemon, coconut and apple crumble)

• Greek yogurts (date and fig)