| Live
& Active Cultures |
Live
and active cultures in a yogurt, which help maintain
healthy digestive system. Also, live and active cultures
in a yogurt help break down lactose, so it is a good
food to eat for people who suffers lactose intolerance.
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| Calcium |
Yogurt,
as milk and other milk products, is a good source
of calcium, which is important for strong bone and
teeth. |
| Protein |
Yogurt
is a good source of protein |
| Minerals
& Vitamins |
Yogurt
contains some of essential minerals and vitamins such
as vitamin D and B12, riboflavin, phosphorus and potassium. |
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| There
are other potential health benefits of yogurt that
are being studied such as improving immune system,
prevention of some type of cancers (such as colon
and breast cancer), reducing hypertension, helping
weight loss and management, and preventing kindney
stone and yeast infections. |
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| Not
all yogurts were created equally so be sure to check
the label. Not all yogurt contains live and active
cultures, and the type and amount of nutrients are
different for manufacturers and type of product. |
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Information
sources: National
Yogurt Association, Yoplait,
Liberte
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