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: More than 3 decades ago, bacterial replacement therapy with live cultures was found to have no established value in the prevention or treatment of such disorders. Yogurt possesses intrinsic antibacterial activity, probably largely because of its lactic acid content. Lactic acid has demonstrated bactericidal activity against some organisms, but this is probably not the only factor in eliminating the bacteria. Cardiovascular and cholesterol reduction effects
Fat loss and weight loss have been demonstrated with the use of yogurt. Enhanced calcium intake was proposed as the mechanism for this effect. 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.