Yogurt is an excellent dairy product. This is the case when, as a result of the combination of several ingredients, a completely new product, more nutritious and valuable in its properties, is formed.
Helpful information
According to international standards, for a product to be rightfully called yogurt, it must meet the following criteria:
1. In the production of a dairy product, the main process should be fermentation (the participation of living microorganisms from the lactobacilli family).
2. The main ingredient in yoghurt is milk.
Essential bacteria for the gut
Not all yoghurts produced have the same beneficial bacterial cultures. After the fermentation process, some dairy products are re-pasteurized. This does not make them better - most of the important microbacteria die.
In this regard, the Institute of Nutrition has a special sign "Active and Living Cultures", which is placed on yoghurts containing these beneficial crops.
Natural yoghurt
When comparing fruit and natural yoghurt, the benefits will be on the side of the latter, respectively. This is indicated by several facts: it does not contain sugar, is 2 times richer in calcium, contains twice as much protein, less calories.
If you find natural yogurt less tasty, do not rush to refuse to buy. Already in the finished product, you can add, for example, your favorite fruits. This way, you eliminate useless sweetened yogurt from your diet.
Yogurt is a source of nutrients
Yogurt can be classified as a universal and unique food product. It can be used as a stand-alone product, as a sauce or salad dressing.
Yogurt can replace foods that are unhealthy or high in fat.
It is worth noting that yogurt is better digested than milk. This is due to the fermentation process that is used in the manufacture of this product.
Yogurt has a beneficial effect on the gastrointestinal tract. Lactobacilli, which are part of the product, directly affect the functioning of the intestines, helping to prevent the development of cancer. They prevent the appearance of neoplasms and normalize the intestinal microflora. In addition, beneficial bacteria effectively block harmful substances (nitrites, for example), which later become carcinogenic.
Keep in mind that yogurt is an excellent source of calcium. This trace element is responsible for the condition of the intestinal mucosa. Thus, it prevents the development of a possible condition that often becomes the cause of colon cancer.
