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Yogurt
Yogurt, yoghurt or yoghourt is a food produced by bacterial fermentation of milk. The bacteria used to make yogurt are known as yogurt cultures. The fermentation of lactose by these bacteria produces lactic acid, which acts on milk protein to give yogurt its texture and characteristic tart flavor.
Health Benefits
First off, let us not forget that yogurt comes from milk. So yogurt eaters will get a dose of animal protein (about 9 grams per 6-ounce serving), plus several other nutrients found in dairy foods, like calcium, vitamin B-2, vitamin B-12, potassium, and magnesium.
But one of the words we're hearing more and more of regarding yogurt is "probiotics." Probiotics are "friendly bacteria" that are naturally present in the digestive system. Live strains of these "good bacteria" are also found in many yogurt products. While more research needs to be done, there's some evidence that some strains of probiotics can help boost the immune system and promote a healthy digestive tract.
"Adequate nutrition plays a major role in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis, and the micronutrients of greatest importance are calcium and vitamin D," says Jeri Nieves, PhD, MS, director of bone density testing at New York’s Helen Hayes Hospital.
Nutrition Details
- Potassium
- Amount per serving: 240mg
- Serving size: 3/4 cup
- Protein
- Amount per serving: 17g
- Serving size: 3/4 cup
- Calcium
- Amount per serving: 18%
- Serving size: 3/4 cup
- Cobalamin
- Amount per serving: 21%
- Serving size: 3/4 cup
- Vitamin B-6
- Amount per serving: 5%
- Serving size: 3/4 cup
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