Title: Yogurt Uses, Benefits & Side Effects - Drugs.com Herbal Database
Headings: Yogurt
Yogurt
Common Name (s)
What is Yogurt?
What is it used for?
Probiotic
Cardiovascular and cholesterol reduction effects
Osteoporosis
Anticancer effects
Other uses
What is the recommended dosage?
Contraindications
Pregnancy/Lactation
Interactions
Side Effects
Toxicology
References
Further information

Content: Older studies have demonstrated a cholesterol-lowering effect with yogurt. Surveys suggest yogurt has a protective effect against coronary heart disease and elevated blood pressure. Osteoporosis
One human clinical study showed that the addition of yogurt to the diet significantly reduced a marker of bone resorption in menopausal women. Despite the debate that exists regarding the role of supplemental calcium in the prevention of osteoporosis, yogurt remains a recommended source of calcium. Anticancer effects
Yogurt also may have some anticancer properties. Yogurt has a protective effect against some cancers in laboratory experiments, but convincing human data are not available. Other uses
Yogurt has been used as a substitute for milk for those who are lactose intolerant. Yogurt has been at the center of a controversy regarding milk products that can be tolerated by people with lactase deficiency. Studies are inconclusive. Reports by those with lactose intolerance and other bowel disorders indicate individual responses that often vary from study results.