Why is yogurt good for us?
Harvard researchers discuss the health benefits of yogurt, noting its potential to improve heart health and reduce blood pressure. The article highlights that while yogurt contains saturated fats, studies suggest it may actually lower LDL cholesterol and support cardiovascular wellness.
Why it matters
Understanding the nutritional impact of common foods helps consumers make informed dietary choices to manage chronic disease risks.
Genghis Khan supposedly fed it to his troops for strength and bravery. He might have been onto something.
A series of random questions answered by Harvard experts.
Kerry L. Ivey is a nutritional epidemiologist, clinical dietitian, and bioinformatician. She is a Harvard Medical School assistant professor of medicine at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and the corresponding author of a review of yogurt and human health in the Journal of Nutrition, Health and Aging.
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