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Nutrition and Food Engineering / Probiotic yogurt for special health benifits in human body
« on: July 27, 2012, 10:59:34 PM »
What is Probiotic Yogurt?
Probiotic yogurt is basically yogurt with live and active cultures. It contains different kinds of bacteria that are believed to be beneficial to your overall health. You may be wondering "isn't all yogurt probiotic. Probiotic nutrition is important and probiotic bacteria, like the bacteria found in regular yogurt and/or "probiotic yogurt". Though probiotics aid our health, they are not needed. Some people are actually skeptical of the large doses of probiotics that are found in some foods.
The top ten benefits of probiotics yogurt for human body.
1. Studies have found that probiotics yogurt may improve nutrient bioavailability for B vitamins, calcium, iron, zinc, copper, magnesium and phosphorous; among others.
2. Probiotics for children: Pediatric studies found that certain strains (such as Lactobacillus GG, found in Culturelle capsules) may aid in significantly decreasing the rate of acute diarrhea and rotavirus shedding. Parents also reported a 25 percent decrease in diaper rash among babies drinking formula containing probiotics.
3. Probiotics and active bacteria culture may improve lactose intolerance. The bacterial strain commonly used in yogurt can produce lactase enzymes. Therefore, people with lactose intolerance and children suffering from intestinal infection can usually tolerate yogurt with an active culture. Probiotic yogurt and yogurt products are the latest craze.
4. Prevent and treat vaginal yeast infections and urinary tract infections. These types of infections are usually due
to a severe imbalance of bacteria and rapid growth of the bad bacteria. Historically treated with antibiotics that kill all bacteria; it is thought that introducing the healthy or good bacteria brings the body back to a balanced format.
5. Some studies have showed that by regulating intestinal transit time, probiotics yogurt improve constipation among the elderly.
6. Other studies have shown that probiotics yogurt, especially acidophilus, promote the growth of healthy bacteria in the colon and reduce the conversion of bile into carcinogens (cancer-causing substances).
7. Some studies have found that probiotics yogurt may enhance immunity by regulating lymphocytes and antibodies.
8. There have been additional studies that have shown probiotics yogurt to improve the symptoms and problems of irritable bowel syndrome and ulcerative colitis.
9. Lowering cholesterol is another probiotic benefit. Animal studies have demonstrated the efficacy of a range of LAB to be able to lower serum cholesterol levels. Some, but not all human trials have shown that dairy foods fermented with specific LAB can produce modest reductions in total and LDL cholesterol levels in those with normal levels to begin with, however trials in hyperlipidemic subjects are needed
10. Several small clinical trials have shown that probiotics can result in modest reductions in blood pressure. Something to note: A recent class action lawsuit against Danone’s (or Dannon’s)
Activia yogurt sparked discussion about health benefits of probiotics. Most yogurt products contain active cultures anyway, so some people wonder if it’s really worth paying a premium for extra probiotic strains.
Probiotic Yogurt May Help Prevent Osteoporosis
Adequate nutrition plays a major role in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis, and the micronutrients of greatest importance are calcium and vitamin D, Calcium has been shown to have beneficial effects on bone mass in people of all ages, ''The combination of calcium and vitamin D has a clear skeletal benefit, provided the dose of vitamin D is sufficiently high,'' she adds.
Currently, 400 IU per day is considered an adequate intake of vitamin D for people ages 51-70, Nieves says. (Look for the Daily Value amount listed on food labels.) But more may be better.
''This amount is likely to be sufficient for most young adults for skeletal health, although many would argue that for overall health, more than the 400 IU may be required, even at these younger ages,'' Nieves said in an email interview.
Nieves believes that older people specifically can benefit from more vitamin D.
Many dairy products, including some yogurts, are made with added vitamin D. Find out which brands have added vitamin D by checking out the table below, and by reading labels when you shop.
Probiotics, the Good Bacteria.
Probiotic yogurt and other probiotic foods contain healthy bacteria or probiotics that help maintain a healthy balance of organisms in the intestines. There're over 200 types of bacteria that reside in the intestinal tract, so it's a big job to keep them all happy. The largest group of probiotic bacteria in the body's intestines is lactic acid bacteria, or Lactobacilus acidophilus, which is in probiotic yogurt. It passes through the stomach to the gastrointestinal tract to help those who experience gas and abdominal bloating or discomfort, allowing them to digest yogurt thanks to the starter cultures and probiotics.
Tame Diarrhea with Probiotic Yogurt.
Many individuals who have problems digesting milk or are lactose intolerant receive benefits by eating probiotic yogurt. Yogurt actually produces an enzyme during fermentation that helps make it easier to digest. Add this to the probiotic yogurt that replaces healthy bacteria and it makes probiotic yogurt an excellent choice for those who are lactose intolerant. Many antibiotics prescribed to treat infections actually kill the good bacteria along with the illness, causing bad bacteria in the body to multiply and resulting in diarrhea. Probiotic yogurt helps replace good healthy bacteria back into the body, giving relief to the diarrhea. This gives merit to the claims that probiotics help to lower the risk of intestinal infections.
Helps Improve the Body's Immunity.
Research studies show some promise that yogurt with probiotic cultures helps improve the immune system of the body. Depending on the study, there are indications that the probiotic yogurts are beneficial in reducing yeast infections in women. Since the probiotics in yogurt and some other foods have shown to be beneficial in helping with digestion, researchers are now testing to see if there are any benefits from the probiotic yogurts in reducing colon and other cancer risks.
Children Benefit From Probiotic Yogurt.
Some studies show reduction in childhood allergies and asthma in children given probiotics. Many young children suffer from chronic diarrhea or develop diarrhea when being treated with antibiotics. Adding probiotic yogurt to their diet gives them some relief and the probiotic yogurt helps replace the healthy bacteria in their system just as it does for adults.
Stock Up On the Health Benefits of Probiotic Yogurt.
When shopping for probiotic yogurt, read the labels. Look for yogurt products that state on their labeling that it contains live, active and probiotic cultures or that these were added. Your healthiest choice is to purchase a plain non-fat yogurt with live and active cultures and added probiotics. Read the list of ingredients to see if it contains L. acidophilus as an ingredient or additive.
Birupaksha biswas
Depertment of NFE
Daffodil international University
Probiotic yogurt is basically yogurt with live and active cultures. It contains different kinds of bacteria that are believed to be beneficial to your overall health. You may be wondering "isn't all yogurt probiotic. Probiotic nutrition is important and probiotic bacteria, like the bacteria found in regular yogurt and/or "probiotic yogurt". Though probiotics aid our health, they are not needed. Some people are actually skeptical of the large doses of probiotics that are found in some foods.
The top ten benefits of probiotics yogurt for human body.
1. Studies have found that probiotics yogurt may improve nutrient bioavailability for B vitamins, calcium, iron, zinc, copper, magnesium and phosphorous; among others.
2. Probiotics for children: Pediatric studies found that certain strains (such as Lactobacillus GG, found in Culturelle capsules) may aid in significantly decreasing the rate of acute diarrhea and rotavirus shedding. Parents also reported a 25 percent decrease in diaper rash among babies drinking formula containing probiotics.
3. Probiotics and active bacteria culture may improve lactose intolerance. The bacterial strain commonly used in yogurt can produce lactase enzymes. Therefore, people with lactose intolerance and children suffering from intestinal infection can usually tolerate yogurt with an active culture. Probiotic yogurt and yogurt products are the latest craze.
4. Prevent and treat vaginal yeast infections and urinary tract infections. These types of infections are usually due
to a severe imbalance of bacteria and rapid growth of the bad bacteria. Historically treated with antibiotics that kill all bacteria; it is thought that introducing the healthy or good bacteria brings the body back to a balanced format.
5. Some studies have showed that by regulating intestinal transit time, probiotics yogurt improve constipation among the elderly.
6. Other studies have shown that probiotics yogurt, especially acidophilus, promote the growth of healthy bacteria in the colon and reduce the conversion of bile into carcinogens (cancer-causing substances).
7. Some studies have found that probiotics yogurt may enhance immunity by regulating lymphocytes and antibodies.
8. There have been additional studies that have shown probiotics yogurt to improve the symptoms and problems of irritable bowel syndrome and ulcerative colitis.
9. Lowering cholesterol is another probiotic benefit. Animal studies have demonstrated the efficacy of a range of LAB to be able to lower serum cholesterol levels. Some, but not all human trials have shown that dairy foods fermented with specific LAB can produce modest reductions in total and LDL cholesterol levels in those with normal levels to begin with, however trials in hyperlipidemic subjects are needed
10. Several small clinical trials have shown that probiotics can result in modest reductions in blood pressure. Something to note: A recent class action lawsuit against Danone’s (or Dannon’s)
Activia yogurt sparked discussion about health benefits of probiotics. Most yogurt products contain active cultures anyway, so some people wonder if it’s really worth paying a premium for extra probiotic strains.
Probiotic Yogurt May Help Prevent Osteoporosis
Adequate nutrition plays a major role in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis, and the micronutrients of greatest importance are calcium and vitamin D, Calcium has been shown to have beneficial effects on bone mass in people of all ages, ''The combination of calcium and vitamin D has a clear skeletal benefit, provided the dose of vitamin D is sufficiently high,'' she adds.
Currently, 400 IU per day is considered an adequate intake of vitamin D for people ages 51-70, Nieves says. (Look for the Daily Value amount listed on food labels.) But more may be better.
''This amount is likely to be sufficient for most young adults for skeletal health, although many would argue that for overall health, more than the 400 IU may be required, even at these younger ages,'' Nieves said in an email interview.
Nieves believes that older people specifically can benefit from more vitamin D.
Many dairy products, including some yogurts, are made with added vitamin D. Find out which brands have added vitamin D by checking out the table below, and by reading labels when you shop.
Probiotics, the Good Bacteria.
Probiotic yogurt and other probiotic foods contain healthy bacteria or probiotics that help maintain a healthy balance of organisms in the intestines. There're over 200 types of bacteria that reside in the intestinal tract, so it's a big job to keep them all happy. The largest group of probiotic bacteria in the body's intestines is lactic acid bacteria, or Lactobacilus acidophilus, which is in probiotic yogurt. It passes through the stomach to the gastrointestinal tract to help those who experience gas and abdominal bloating or discomfort, allowing them to digest yogurt thanks to the starter cultures and probiotics.
Tame Diarrhea with Probiotic Yogurt.
Many individuals who have problems digesting milk or are lactose intolerant receive benefits by eating probiotic yogurt. Yogurt actually produces an enzyme during fermentation that helps make it easier to digest. Add this to the probiotic yogurt that replaces healthy bacteria and it makes probiotic yogurt an excellent choice for those who are lactose intolerant. Many antibiotics prescribed to treat infections actually kill the good bacteria along with the illness, causing bad bacteria in the body to multiply and resulting in diarrhea. Probiotic yogurt helps replace good healthy bacteria back into the body, giving relief to the diarrhea. This gives merit to the claims that probiotics help to lower the risk of intestinal infections.
Helps Improve the Body's Immunity.
Research studies show some promise that yogurt with probiotic cultures helps improve the immune system of the body. Depending on the study, there are indications that the probiotic yogurts are beneficial in reducing yeast infections in women. Since the probiotics in yogurt and some other foods have shown to be beneficial in helping with digestion, researchers are now testing to see if there are any benefits from the probiotic yogurts in reducing colon and other cancer risks.
Children Benefit From Probiotic Yogurt.
Some studies show reduction in childhood allergies and asthma in children given probiotics. Many young children suffer from chronic diarrhea or develop diarrhea when being treated with antibiotics. Adding probiotic yogurt to their diet gives them some relief and the probiotic yogurt helps replace the healthy bacteria in their system just as it does for adults.
Stock Up On the Health Benefits of Probiotic Yogurt.
When shopping for probiotic yogurt, read the labels. Look for yogurt products that state on their labeling that it contains live, active and probiotic cultures or that these were added. Your healthiest choice is to purchase a plain non-fat yogurt with live and active cultures and added probiotics. Read the list of ingredients to see if it contains L. acidophilus as an ingredient or additive.
Birupaksha biswas
Depertment of NFE
Daffodil international University