Introduction: Yogurt has become an indispensable delicacy on our dining tables. It aids digestion and provides calcium supplementation. So, when is the best time to drink yogurt for the most calcium absorption? The editor is here to introduce you!
Yogurt not only retains all the benefits of milk but also improves upon certain aspects through processing, becoming a nutritional supplement more suitable for human consumption. As is well known, yogurt is a good source of calcium. So, what is yogurt made of? Yogurt is a milk product made from fresh milk, which is pasteurized, then beneficial bacteria are added, and it is fermented, cooled, and packaged. Currently, yogurt products on the market are mostly of the coagulated, stirred, and fruit-flavored types with various juices, jams, and other additives.
I. Drinking yogurt at night is best for calcium absorption
Although milk also contains high levels of calcium, the lactic acid in yogurt combines with calcium, making it more effective in promoting calcium absorption. Generally, the best time to drink yogurt is between 30 minutes and 2 hours after a meal. However, traditional Chinese medicine suggests that to maximize the calcium-supplementing effect of yogurt, it is best to drink it at night.
Reasons:
1. The period from 12 AM to 2 AM is when the human body's blood calcium level is lowest, which is beneficial for the absorption of calcium from food.
2. During the period from 12 AM to 2 AM, there are fewer factors in the human body that affect calcium absorption.
Tip: When drinking yogurt at night, remember that certain bacterial strains and acidic substances in yogurt can be harmful to teeth. You should brush your teeth or rinse your mouth promptly after drinking. Additionally, drinking yogurt on an empty stomach can easily stimulate gastrointestinal emptying, causing the nutrients in the yogurt to be expelled before they can be fully digested and absorbed. Drinking it after a meal can reduce this stimulation and allow the yogurt to be slowly absorbed in the stomach.
II. Office workers can drink yogurt in the afternoon to prevent radiation
For office workers who sit in front of a computer after lunch without moving, constantly exposed to electromagnetic radiation, drinking a cup of yogurt during lunch break is very beneficial to their health. Furthermore, drinking yogurt in the afternoon can also help relieve stress and work pressure.
Reasons:
1. Research has pointed out that Vitamin B can enhance the body's ability to resist radiation damage. Yogurt, being rich in B vitamins, can take advantage of this benefit. Yogurt can also reduce radiation damage and inhibit the decrease in the number of human lymphocytes after radiation exposure.
2. The tyrosine in yogurt is very helpful in relieving physical fatigue caused by excessive psychological stress, high tension, and anxiety. After fermentation by lactic acid bacteria, the particles of protein, peptides, and amino acids in yogurt become smaller, and the content of free tyrosine is greatly increased, making it easier to absorb. Drinking a cup of yogurt during or after lunch can help office workers relax, stay energetic throughout the afternoon, and improve work efficiency.
Tip: Yogurt should be consumed in small, frequent portions, which is not only more effective but also avoids causing gastrointestinal discomfort from eating too much at once. Finally, remember to rinse your mouth after drinking yogurt, otherwise the acidic substances and lactic acid bacteria in it will affect dental health.