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| − | '''Yogurt''' (or '''yoghurt''') is a kind of fermented [[milk]] produced by [[cow]]s. It is created by the voluntary introduction of live [[culture]]s into [[milk]] [[product]]s. The bacteria convert [[lactose]] and [[galactose]] into the distinctive | + | '''Yogurt''' (or '''yoghurt''') is a kind of fermented [[milk]] produced by [[cow]]s. It is created by the voluntary introduction of live [[culture]]s, such as L. acidophilus, into [[milk]] [[product]]s. The bacteria convert [[lactose]] and [[galactose]] into the distinctive yogurt flavor. America, Europe, and other countries differ in their regulations for what is a healthy amount of culture. |
Yogurt is a key part of the [[diet]] in places such as [[Mongolia]] (where it is made from [[goat]] or [[yak]] milk). It is important to many other cultures worldwide. | Yogurt is a key part of the [[diet]] in places such as [[Mongolia]] (where it is made from [[goat]] or [[yak]] milk). It is important to many other cultures worldwide. | ||
| − | + | Yogurt is sometimes sweetened with sugar, raisins, [[rose water]], or fruit. It is a refreshing snack that is naturally low in [[calorie]]s and [[trans fat]]. It can be used as a substitute for sour cream in many recipes. | |
== History == | == History == | ||
Revision as of 18:22, February 27, 2008
Yogurt (or yoghurt) is a kind of fermented milk produced by cows. It is created by the voluntary introduction of live cultures, such as L. acidophilus, into milk products. The bacteria convert lactose and galactose into the distinctive yogurt flavor. America, Europe, and other countries differ in their regulations for what is a healthy amount of culture.
Yogurt is a key part of the diet in places such as Mongolia (where it is made from goat or yak milk). It is important to many other cultures worldwide.
Yogurt is sometimes sweetened with sugar, raisins, rose water, or fruit. It is a refreshing snack that is naturally low in calories and trans fat. It can be used as a substitute for sour cream in many recipes.
History
It was developed by the Bulgarians in the 11th century A.D., and brought to America by Hispanics in the early 20th century.