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Can the elderly drink yogurt in winter?

Asked by:Devyn

Asked on:Apr 09, 2026 02:38 AM

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  • Francine Francine

    Apr 09, 2026

      Experts say: Consuming a cup of cold yogurt will cause gastrointestinal discomfort, especially elderly Weak intestines and stomach can easily cause stomach cramps, diarrhea Wait for adverse reactions. However, it is generally said that yogurt should not be heated because of concerns that cooking and heating will kill a large number of the most valuable lactic acid bacteria in yogurt. The physical properties of yogurt will also change, resulting in separation and precipitation, the taste and mouthfeel will change, and its nutritional value and health care functions will also be reduced.

      So yogurt should not be heated. Is there any way to solve this problem? How can the elderly drink yogurt better in winter?

      If you put the yogurt bag or bottle into warm water at about 45°C and slowly heat it, you can avoid the above problems.

      It should be noted that the warm water does not need to be heated continuously, and the bag or bottle should be shaken continuously during the heating process of the yogurt. When the bag or bottle feels warmer, it is ready for drinking. In this way, the lactic acid bacteria in the yogurt will not only not be killed, but also increase the activity of the lactic acid bacteria and increase their health care effects.

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