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What does the term "active bacterial culture" mean?
It means that micro-organisms have been used to convert the milk into yogourt, or "lactic fermentation." It also means that that the culture is alive when the product is consumed. |
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What are the properties of bifidus bacteria?
According to a number of studies, pro-biotics - including bifidus - mostly benefit the intestines. Many studies have confirmed that they prevent or lessen diarrhea, promote the remission of inflammatory illnesses, lessen the symptoms of ulcerative colitis and reduce the risk of colon cancer, among other beneficial effects. |
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What type of bifidus is used in Yoplait Basket Fat-free?
The bifidus known as Bifidobacterium longum. |
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What is the ratio of bacteria contained in Yoplait Basket Fat-free?
Yoplait Basket Fat-free contains the minimal amount of bifidus bacteria: i.e. 100 million bacteria per 100 g. Many scientists consider that consuming 100 million probiotic bacteria per day is sufficient to generate positive health benefits. |
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Where do bacteria used to make Yoplait products come from?
As yogourt specialists, we deal only with manufacturers who also specialize in culturing bacteria for the food industry. |
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Which lactic fermentation agents are most commonly used in yogourt?
Streptococcus thermophilus and Lactobacillus bulgaricus. These two bacterial strains must be used for our products to be called "yogourt." |
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