The role of bacteria in yogurt

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The bacteria in yogurt are also known as probiotics/good bacteria, or probiotics. In a nutshell, these are beneficial bacteria for the gut. The benefits of yogurt are mainly due to the rich source of beneficial bacteria in the composition.

1. Learn about Probiotics – the source of beneficial bacteria in yogurt


The human gut is inhabited by thousands of bacteria whose job it is to aid in digestion. This source of beneficial bacteria also supports each other and forms a healthy immune system, preventing attack from harmful bacteria.
Every body will have a group of beneficial bacteria in the gut. At birth, the amount of this beneficial bacteria is very small. And breast milk is the first and fastest way to provide the intestines with essential microorganisms for infants. When the intestinal microflora develops early and maintains a long-term balance, the immune system will gradually become stable and firm, protecting the baby's body.
When more mature, continued intestinal supply will be done by eating yogurt or some other probiotic supplement.

2. Types of bacteria in yogurt


Yogurt, as mentioned above, is a rich source of beneficial bacteria, has been around for a long time and is consumed around the world.
Lactobacillus Acidophilus
This is the most common strain of bacteria in yogurt. This strain of bacteria plays an important role in the digestive process because they produce lactic acid and hydrogen peroxide, which inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria. As a result, they also have the ability to:
Reduce the risk of colorectal cancer Supplementing yogurt with the beneficial bacteria Lactobacillus Acidophilus has the ability to promote the growth of beneficial bacteria in the colon, thereby reducing the risk of colon cancer. colorectal cancer as well as digestive diseases. So, add yogurt to your daily diet to promote health.
Enhance the activity of the immune system Eating yogurt regularly can help your immune system be enhanced, thereby reducing the risk of diseases caused by foreign agents. What makes this role is the probiotic strain Lactobacillus Acidophilus.
This probiotic strain can reduce the risk of infection, enteritis, thereby building a healthy immune system. In particular, the probiotics in yogurt have also been shown to be helpful for gut health.
Prevents Vaginal Yeast Infections Thanks to the active activity of Lactobacillus bacteria, vaginal infection problems such as yeast infections will be completely prevented. A 2012 study showed that this is a natural and extremely effective remedy for this disease.
Bifidobacterium Bifidum and Bifidobacterium Breve
Gastritis caused by H.Pylori bacteria is quite common and is also the leading cause of stomach ulcers. Some recent studies show that Bifidobacterium Bifidum in yogurt has the ability to heal ulcers caused by H.Pylori.
In addition, a number of other studies in 2011 also found that Bifidobacterium Breve strain has many benefits for the treatment of constipation in children.
Bacillus Coagulans
Bacillus Coagulans strain has many unexpected effects on the treatment of digestive disorders, antibiotic-associated diarrhea in children, inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome... more In addition, this strain of bacteria can also improve and prevent respiratory infections, enhance immune activity.

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3. Other unexpected benefits from yogurt


In addition to the main benefits from beneficial bacteria, yogurt with diverse nutritional components also brings other health effects.
Support to enhance brain function
Dairy foods in general and yogurt in particular have many effects in improving mood, enhancing human cognitive function.
A researcher recently conducted a survey on 36 women and found that those who regularly use yogurt have a more positive and active attitude than others. Besides, yogurt has also proven its role in neurasthenia, Parkinson's...
Anti-aging
Aging is often related to nutrient deficiencies. And yogurt can provide the body with a huge source of nutrients, such as zinc, B vitamins, calcium, probiotics... Therefore, using yogurt regularly will help the body stay young. , healthy and full of life.
Helps strengthen bones
Yogurt plays an important role in bone and joint health, helping to keep bones strong. In the composition of yogurt, in addition to probiotics, it also contains a lot of calcium, potassium, vitamin D and magnesium - minerals that build strong bones. Therefore, this is a necessary food for children - teenagers who are reaching the age of height growth as well as people suffering from osteoporosis ...
As can be seen, yogurt and a huge amount of bacteria in it Yogurt is a great food, giving the body outstanding benefits. Add this food to your and your family's diet to promote health.

For children to be healthy and develop well, it is necessary to have a nutritious diet in terms of quantity and quality balance. If children are not provided with adequate and balanced nutrients, it will lead to diseases of excess or lack of nutrients, which adversely affect the comprehensive development of children in terms of physical, mental and motor skills.
Children who do not eat properly are at risk of micro-mineral deficiency causing anorexia, growth retardation, malabsorption,... If they notice the above signs, parents should supplement their children with products. The supplement contains lysine, essential micro-minerals and vitamins such as zinc, chromium, selenium, and B vitamins to help fully meet the nutritional needs of children. At the same time, these essential vitamins also support digestion, enhance nutrient absorption, help improve anorexia, and help children eat well.
Parents can learn more:
Signs of zinc deficiency in children
Micronutrient deficiency and failure to gain weight in children
Please regularly visit Vinmec.com website and update useful information to take care of your child. Take care of the baby and the whole family.
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