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Benefits of Drinking Yoghurt

admin — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 01:47:23 +0000

Yoghurt (or yogurt sometimes writing), also known as sour milk is the result of fermentation of milk. Yogurt itself contains two types of probiotics, namely lactobacillus and bifidobachterium. Thus, the manufacture of yogurt is not without reason, the nutrients contained in yoghurt is the reason why we need to consume them.

Yoghurt or yogurt is a dairy product produced by bacterial fermentation of milk. Fermentation of lactose produces lactic acid which work on milk protein that makes yogurt more solid and has a texture and flavor. Generally the yogurt is made using cow’s milk, but there are some also use soy milk yogurt. Yogurt has been consumed for over 4500 years and has been known throughout the world today. Yogurt contains good nutrition for health. Some of the benefits of yogurt are rich in protein, contain calcium, riboflavin, vitamin B6 and vitamin B12.

Benefits of Yogurt, here are some benefits of yogurt for you: Healthy digestion, based on research results, yogurt can overcome various digestive problems such as diarrhea, colitis, colon cancer or lactose intolerance. Reducing the risk of vaginal infection pda, women who consume yogurt can reduce the level of acidity (pH) so as to reduce the development of fungal infections. Lowers the risk of high blood pressure, by consuming 2-3 servings of yogurt a day, can reduce the risk of high blood pressure.

Preventing osteoporosis, because milk-based, then the yogurt contains calcium and vitamin D. Both substances can formatting a person has osteoporosis. Help us better fed, calorie content contained in yogurt foods that can help someone feel more full.

The Threat of Osteoporosis

admin — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 05:22:05 +0000

Osteoporosis or brittle bone disease is one disease that afflicts bone due to reduced bone mass and density. As a result of osteoporosis are the bones become brittle and break easily due to reduced bone density. Bone itself is one important part of our body. Bone is the framework that supports our body so we can move. Can imagine if this body of supporting frail, brittle and easily broken, the result is pain in the bones, the disturbance to move even cause paralysis and permanent disability.

Here are some suggestions that you can apply for brittle bone disease did not experience this. Calcium is an element of bone and teeth formation. So, for sustained bone density, it is important to consume a lot of calcium found in milk.

Unfortunately, with age, the ability to absorb calcium decreases. So, you should familiarize yourself or your child to drink milk every day from an early age. Because the cause of osteoporosis is the lack of calcium intake at a young age. Young people, often they think no longer need to consume dairy foods that are considered as a small child. Or because it thinks the bone can not grow anymore so they are reluctant to drink milk.

Indeed, in general, bones stop growing at age 16-18 years, but that does not mean we no longer need to pay attention to bone health, because the function of bone is very important for the body.

Broccoli and Healthy Bones

admin — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 23:50:35 +0000

Calcium is a mineral that is needed by the body, in all ages. Calcium is useful for the establishment and maintenance of bones. Calcium also plays a role in many biochemical reactions in the body, so that the organs and tissues like heart, muscle and nervous system can work properly. To fulfilled calcium needs is very important to maintain bones strength and prevent osteoporosis (bone loss).

This is important to do for woman, because according to the data, women are potentially affected by osteoporosis more than men. Among the food that is known containing high calcium, there is tofu and broccoli. If the process is properly, combination of these two materials not only delicious but also can fulfill the body’s calcium needs.