Title: Health Benefits of Probiotic Yogurt Diet
Headings: Health Benefits of Probiotic Yogurt Diet
Health Benefits of Probiotic Yogurt Diet
What Are Probiotics?
Probiotics in Yogurt
Health Benefits of Probiotic Yogurt
Weight Loss and Cholesterol Reduction
Boosts Immune System
Oral Health
Other Benefits
Side Effects of Probiotics
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Content: Probiotics play a vital role in reducing diarrhea, especially some kinds of infectious diarrhea and diarrhea associated with antibiotic use. Studies suggest that certain probiotic strains help in mild to moderate ulcerative colitis (a type of inflammatory bowel disease) and possibly reduce bloating and gas in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). If one suffers from mild to moderate ulcerative colitis or IBS, consumption of probiotic yogurt may be a helpful adjunct treatment. Certain strains of B. lactis and L. casei have also been found to improve stool consistency and frequency of bowel movements in people with constipation. Study published in Nutrition Journal evaluates the role of probiotics in treating constipation in pregnant women
One product that has some research behind it in the management of ulcerative colitis and irritable bowel syndrome is VSL#3, a high potency probiotic medical food and a combination of eight different probiotic strains. It claims to deliver the highest available concentration of live beneficial bacteria than any other probiotic. Weight Loss and Cholesterol Reduction
A study in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition in 2011 found that people who drank fermented milk with a particular strain of Lactobacillus gasseri for 12 weeks experienced a reduction in abdominal fat and body weight, compared to those consuming a control drink. Another study published in the Journal of Dairy Science tested the effect of probiotic yogurt on the lipid profile of individuals with type 2 diabetes. Probiotic yogurt was found to improve total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol in type 2 diabetic people. Despite the above findings, relationship between weight loss and probiotic consumption remains weak as opposed to the claims made by probiotic manufacturers.