The benefits of eating yogurt....

I have for quite sometime now been taking yogurt regularly as part of my routine.....(couldn't take it daily cause it can be quite costly hehehe!) So I make sure I have my yogurt at least 3 times in a week. It's really fascinating how there are so many benefits of taking it in our daily diet.

(I got this info from Wikipedia) :
"Yogurt has nutritional benefits beyond those of milk.....and people who are moderately lactose intolerant can enjoy yogurt without any ill effects, because the lactose in the milk precursor is converted to lactic acid by the bacterial culture. The reduction of lactose bypasses the affected individuals' need to process the milk sugar themselves. Yogurt also has medical uses, in particular for a variety of gastrointestinal conditions, and in preventing antibiotic-associated diarrhea. One study suggests that eating yogurt containing L. acidophiles helps prevent vulvovaginal candidiasis, though the evidence is not conclusive. Yogurt is believed to promote good gum health, possibly because of the pro biotic effect of lactic acids present in yogurt."

The active live cultures in the yogurt are actually good bacterias that are important for our body to function well. The good bacteria prevents the growth of harmful bacteria that cause bacterial infections and many kinds of disease. Healthy levels of good bacteria promotes a good digestive health and will boost out immune system. The good bacteria also prevents the imbalances in our body's yeast level and prevents various types of yeast infection. It is also proven to help prevent urinary tract infections. Antibiotic taken for these type of problems can destroy the good bacteria in our body. Taking yogurt regularly will help restore the good bacteria levels in our body.

Yogurt is also high in calcium...especially the ones made from milk. There are in the market yogurt made from soy. So it is best to take the ones that is made from milk as it is high in calcium which is beneficial for our bones and teeth. So for those out there who are trying to prevent from getting osteoporosis or bone density loss, taking yogurt is the best way to prevent that. The calcium in the yogurt also helps our body to maintain and lose weight. Yogurt is also a great source of protein which helps give our body the energy it needs to keep going throughout the day. It is also great for our muscles and helps curb our appetite and helps us feel full for a longer period of time. Which is great for people who are trying to loose some weight. ;)

I also love taking the yogurt with citrus fruits....like Sunkist oranges....it's just so yummy to mix plain yogurt with that! I also sometimes add the plain yogurt with my salad as my salad dressing. Instead of using mayonnaise which is quite fattening, I replace it with yogurt. All I can say is that yogurt is definitely a part of my healthy lifestyle now. I don't eat ice creams or any other type of dessert anymore.....and I am replacing all that with yogurt. It taste great and is good for you! :)