Yoghurt has been consumed for centuries and is revered for its immune boosting benefits by many. A cup or two of Yoghurt is said to boost the immune system by stimulating the production of gamma interferon in the body, the same hormone researchers believe can fight cancer and tumours.

The acidophilous cultures in Yoghurt also help women ward off vaginitis and the high calcium content in full fat Yoghurt helps fight bone problems like osteoporosis, which often attach middle-aged women.

Acidophilous cultures are said to neutralise cancer-causing agents in the gut. Plain Yoghurt with L.Bulgaricus and S.Thermophilus, both live and dead, blocked lung cancer in animals in scientific trials.

Yoghurt is rich in potassium protein and B vitamins, including B12. Eight ounce of Yoghurt will equal 400ml of calcium, 25 per cent more than you would get from a standard glass of milk.

So .. just what is Yoghurt? It is a probiotic made from milk. Simply put, it is cultured milk. This cultured contains certain streptococcus and lactobacillus bacteria, which act on the natural milk sugars (lactose) and release lactic acid that "curdies" the milk protein into a semi-solid mass. The effect of the bacteria makes Yoghurt into a predigested food and the body digests 90% of it within an hour (only 30% of milk is digested in the same time).

Apart from this, the live bacteria in Yoghurt offer a myriad health benefits, making it truly a miracle food.

And you are probably spoilt for choices - Yoghurt ice cream, fruit flavoured Yoghurt, Yoghurt salad dressings, and others.

Go for it ... It is good for your body !!

To Your Good Health ...


Excerpt From Barry Pestana Food & Nutrition

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