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Dairy Yogurt: History, Types And Health Benefits

Did you know that yogurt is a staple food in some cultures? Yogurt has its origin in the Middle East and Western Asia. Its name is believed to be derived from the Turkish word ‘yoğurt’ which means tart, coagulate, thicken, thick milk or curdle milk. Natural yogurt making is as simple as leaving fresh milk in a clean environment and letting healthy and friendly bacteria act on the milk. The reaction gives a sweet and delicious yet sour taste. The reaction results in production of lactic acid that acts as a preservative The History Behind Yogurt Making Historically, yogurt was a …

Milk in its natural form can last two hours without going bad. Unfortunately, contamination makes it difficult to store milk longer. The only sure bet is preserving it as dairy products. What are dairy products? Dairy products are products made from milk. This may include cow milk, goat milk, camel milk or even buffalo milk. Some of the popular dairy products include yogurt, cheese, milkshake, ice cream, butter and kefir among others. Healthy milk secreted from a healthy udder is almost sterile. It contains natural inhibitors such as lactoperoxidase and lactoferrin. These inhibitors prevent the rise of bacteria for 3-4 …