These households should always have yogurt on hand.

1. People with lactose intolerance. The lactose in milk is the "culprit" causing diarrhea from drinking milk. In the process of milk fermenting into yogurt, some of the lactose turns into lactic acid and other organic acids, which reduces the problem of "lactose intolerance." Additionally, lactic acid bacteria themselves produce large amounts of "lactase" to help the human body digest lactose. Therefore, people with lactose intolerance are best suited to drink yogurt.

2. People with diabetes. Studies have shown that drinking yogurt can not only increase the body's vitamin D levels, thereby regulating the immune system and promoting blood sugar control, but also increase adiponectin levels. Adiponectin is a hormone secreted by fat cells that has anti-inflammatory effects and can regulate blood sugar metabolism. Therefore, diabetics can drink half a pound of sugar-free yogurt daily. If concerned about blood lipids, they can drink low-fat yogurt. Additionally, yogurt has a low glycemic response. When consumed with grain-based foods, it can lower the glycemic response of the mixed meal, which is beneficial for blood sugar control.

Homemade Yogurt

3. People with high blood pressure. Studies both in China and abroad have shown that moderate intake of dairy products is beneficial for the prevention and control of high blood pressure, and low-fat dairy products and fermented dairy products help prevent stroke. In fact, the health benefits of yogurt are more affirmed than those of milk. Even if live bacteria do not reach the large intestine, its nutrients are very beneficial for controlling blood pressure. People with arteriosclerosis and high blood pressure are suitable for drinking yogurt.

4. People taking antibiotics. Antibiotics can cause intestinal flora imbalance and also reduce immunity. Therefore, people taking antibiotics should drink yogurt frequently to adjust the balance of flora and protect the body's resistance. After stopping the medication, continuing to drink yogurt for a period of time can greatly reduce the side effects of antibiotics and restore the body's normal flora balance.

Potted Yogurt

5. Patients with osteoporosis. After milk is fermented, the solubility of its calcium and phosphorus is improved, and the absorption rate is also enhanced. Research has confirmed that yogurt has the highest calcium absorption rate among natural foods, making it especially suitable for patients with osteoporosis.

6. People with indigestion. Compared to regular milk, the protein in yogurt is more easily absorbed. The lactic acid produced after fermentation can also inhibit the proliferation of harmful microorganisms, promote gastrointestinal motility and the secretion of digestive juices, and improve the absorption rate of various minerals. It is especially suitable for people with indigestion, as well as the elderly and children.

7. People who often have constipation. Yogurt contains a large number of active lactic acid bacteria, which can effectively regulate the balance of flora in the body and promote gastrointestinal motility, thereby relieving constipation. Drinking it on an empty stomach can better promote bowel movements.

Avocado Yogurt Smoothie

8. People with bad breath. Studies have shown that for people with bad breath, drinking sugar-free yogurt daily for six consecutive weeks can improve symptoms. This is mainly because the probiotics in yogurt work in the intestines, and the vitamin D in yogurt also has the effect of killing bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract that cause bad breath. It is worth noting that the bactericidal effect of sugary yogurt will be greatly reduced.

9. People with low immunity. Studies both in China and abroad have proven that consuming yogurt can activate the immune system's functions throughout the body and can inhibit tumors.

Homemade Strawberry Yogurt