Title: The Science of Yogurt | Discover Magazine
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Content: Figure 1: Pathways to acetaldehyde production (Chaves, A.C.S.D. et al. 2002)
Figure 1: Pathways to acetaldehyde production (Chaves, A.C.S.D. et al. 2002)
Yogurt may provide potential health benefits by enhancing nutrient absorption and digestion (Fernandez). However, most commercialized yogurts that are sold in grocery stores contain added sugars, artificial ingredients and fillers, and only a marginal amount of probiotics. ( Mercola). Homemade yogurt is an excellent way of getting probiotics into your system without the unnecessary chemicals and flavorings found in commercialized yogurts. All you need is a high quality starter culture and milk! Epicurious‘ step by step on how you can make yogurt at home can help you get started.