Dairy products such as yogurt have been part of people’s diets for thousands of years and, thanks to their properties, practicality, varieties and benefits, they are considered a great ally in a daily and healthy diet. As part of National Yogurt Day (October 21), we present some benefits.
DANONE Group celebrates this food, which is characterized by its high-quality protein content and which can be consumed at all stages of life, in addition to having become one of the favorite foods of Mexicans thanks to its versatility and flavor.
It is estimated that more than 49% of the population in the country incorporates this food weekly, even the acquisition of dairy products and their derivatives is among the first five food expenses in families, according to data from the National Food Survey. Household Income and Expenses 2022.
Alejandra Romero, Manager of Scientific Affairs of Health and Nutrition at GRUPO Danone mentioned: “Thanks to its benefits such as its contribution of protein, vitamins and minerals; Like calcium, yogurt can be an ally of nutrition for Mexican families. Likewise, regular consumption of yogurt has been associated with various health benefits such as a lower risk of suffering from type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases.”
Within the framework of National Yogurt Day, it is important to highlight its benefits and promote its consumption as part of a healthy diet at all stages of life.
Below, we present five health benefits that incorporating this food into a diet can have:
1. Yogurt is a source of essential nutrients
He yoghurt contains high-quality protein, calcium and vitamin D. These components are important for optimal growth and development, as well as maintaining strong bones and teeth. Protein helps tissue growth and repair, which is important for maintaining muscle mass. Calcium, in turn, is essential to prevent bone health problems, such as osteoporosis.
2. Promotes digestive health
He yoghurt contains bacteria such as Lactobacillus thermophilus and Bifidobacterium bulgaricus, which can help improve digestion. Furthermore, compared to milk, yoghurt It is digested much more easily due to the action of lactic bacteria during its fermentation, which allows it to have a lower amount of lactose and be better tolerated by people with poor lactose digestion.
3. Maintaining a healthy weight
Consume yoghurt Low-fat or natural with no added sugar can help in weight control since the protein helps provide greater satiety. In recent years, the myth that dairy products are a factor in increasing obesity has increased; however, recent studies show that due to its content of calcium, proteins and other bioactive compounds, yogurt consumption has been associated with maintaining of a healthier weight.
4. Helps prevent metabolic diseases
Recent scientific studies indicate that the milk fat contained in yoghurtcompared to other fats of animal origin, could be associated with possible benefits in the prevention of diabetes and metabolic syndrome.
5. Cardiovascular health
Including this food in the diet can bring multiple benefits, among which the reduction in the risk of suffering from cardiovascular diseases stands out.
In this sense, on National Yogurt Day, DANONE Group reaffirms its commitment to supporting the development of scientific research projects to learn more about the benefits of this nutritious food.
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