Sassy Lassi Yogurt Drink

1. Sassy Lassi Yogurt Drink

2. THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF YOGURT • Yogurtis a dairy product produced by fermentation of milk. It contains many good qualities of milk and has proven therapeutic powers. It is a rich source of calcium and contains healthy nutrients. Yogurt with live active cultures (called ‘good bacteria’ in common parlance and labeled as ‘Probiotic yogurt’) is found to improve digestion and boost immunity. Health-conscious people eat it daily to remain fit. • Yogurt may be called wonder food as it contains nutrients like riboflavin, B vitamins, folic acid, lactic acid, potassium, phosphorous, iodine and zinc. Make yogurt an essential part of your diet if you haven’t already, because it provides health benefits that not all people are aware of.

3. 1.Makes bones strong Yogurt is a good source of vitamin D and calcium, which help in making bones strong. If taken adequately in early age, it helps in building bones. For adults, it helps in maintaining bone density, which reduces with age. It helps to prevent osteoporosis.

4. 2. Keeps the gut healthy The bacteria found in yogurt protect the gut in multiple ways: curing constipation, diarrhea, inflammatory bowel disease or syndrome, pylori infection and even lactose intolerance.

5. 3. Provides necessary protein Protein is essential for our body as it gives us energy and helps in building muscle and other structures. It provides the body with the essential amino acids for this purpose. Thus, yogurt is a good alternative to meat rich diet as it is high in protein and fulfils the need of the body.

6. 4. Keeps your stomach fuller Yogurt increases satiety because of its high protein content. Thus, you can go longer without needing to eat food. Thus, this way diet control is also possible because you don’t feel the urge to eat more frequently.

7. 5. Helps in maintaining whiteness of your teeth Drinking a lot many cups of coffee and tea does terrible things to your teeth. The lactic acid present in yogurt helps in protecting gums and teeth and has no harmful effect on enamel.

8. 6. Reduces symptoms of allergy Probiotics (good bacteria) help in reducing the body’s reactions to pollen and other allergens.

9. 7. Boosts immunity It has been found that regular intake of yogurt helps in boosting immunity of a person. It makes the infection fighting cells active and stronger. Thus, yogurt may help prevent common cold.

10. 8. Gives instant energy It contains carbohydrates which help in replenishing the energy lost. Also, it gives the body back electrolytes lost due to sweat. Thus, yogurt is good for a pre- and post-workout snack. It also contains B vitamins, which gives instant energy to the body.

11. 9. Fight Diabetes Studies have found that people who take yogurt regularly as part of their diet are less prone to type 2 diabetes.

12. 10. May reduce risk of high blood pressure Studies have found that Intake of yogurt helps in maintaining a normal blood pressure. Thus, everybody should make yogurt an essential part of their diet.