Eating yogurt every day is a small habit but brings big changes to your body shape and skin. (Illustration photo created by AI) |
Support digestion, enhance immunity
Yogurt contains probiotic bacteria such as Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium, which help balance intestinal microflora.
A study published in the Journal of Nutrition (USA) in 2019 showed that consuming yogurt every day helps improve digestive function, reduce bloating, constipation and irritable bowel syndrome.
"The immune system starts in the gut. Nurturing a healthy microbiome with yogurt is an effective way to prevent colds, infections, and allergies," says international nutritionist Bonnie Taub-Dix, author of Read It Before You Eat It .
Healthy skin from the inside out
Yogurt is a rich source of vitamin B2 (riboflavin), B12, zinc and lactic acid - nutrients that help brighten the skin, soothe irritation and maintain natural moisture. Lactic acid also helps gently remove dead skin cells, promote skin regeneration, and visibly smooth and brighten the skin.
A 2020 study in the International Journal of Dermatology found that people who regularly consumed yogurt had healthier skin, less inflammatory acne, and a slower rate of skin aging.
In addition, yogurt helps balance hormones - a factor that affects acne, especially in women of reproductive age.
Lose weight and control your figure effectively
Yogurt, especially the unsweetened and low-fat variety, is an ideal food for people who are trying to lose weight. It provides high-quality protein that helps create a feeling of fullness for a long time, limiting snacking. In addition, the calcium and conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) in yogurt have been shown to promote the process of burning excess fat.
A study published in Obesity Research (USA) in 2005 found that people who ate 3 servings of yogurt a day for 12 weeks lost 22% more belly fat than the group that only ate a diet without yogurt.
Dr. Michael Zemel, former Director of the Institute of Nutrition at the University of Tennessee (USA), commented: "Yogurt not only helps control weight but also prevents the accumulation of belly fat - a dangerous area related to heart disease and diabetes."
Strengthen bone and joint health
The rich source of calcium and vitamin D in yogurt helps maintain bone density and prevent osteoporosis - especially necessary for women over 40. The habit of eating yogurt every day helps the body absorb calcium more effectively, supporting muscle and nerve function.
Stabilizes blood pressure and cholesterol
A little-known benefit of yogurt is that it helps stabilize blood pressure thanks to its high potassium content, which helps eliminate excess sodium through urine - a factor that increases blood pressure. In addition, probiotics in yogurt also help reduce LDL (bad cholesterol) levels and increase HDL (good cholesterol), reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease.
How to eat yogurt for optimal results?
- Best time: 30 minutes to an hour after a meal is the ideal time for the body to absorb maximum probiotics.
- Choose yogurt: Prioritize unsweetened, low-fat yogurt with added natural probiotics.
- Reasonable combination: Can be eaten with fruit, chia seeds, oats to increase beauty effects and stay full longer.
Important Note
- People who are lactose intolerant should choose lactose-free yogurt or yogurt made from soy or coconut.
- You should not eat yogurt when hungry because high acid in the stomach can destroy beneficial bacteria.
Eating yogurt every day is a small habit but brings big changes to health, skin and body shape. That is why international nutritionists always put yogurt on the list of "golden" foods for a healthier, more youthful and balanced life.
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