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yogurt

[yō′gərt]

Etymology: Turk, yoghurt

a slightly acid, semisolid, curdled milk preparation made from either whole or skimmed cow's milk and milk solids by fermentation with organisms from the genus Lactobacillus. It is rich in B complex vitamins and a good source of protein. It also provides a medium in the GI tract that retards the growth of harmful bacteria and aids in mineral absorption. Also spelled yoghurt.

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yogurt,

n a slightly acid, semisolid curdled milk preparation made from either whole or skimmed cow's milk and milk solids by fermentation with organisms from the genus
Lactobacillus. It is rich in B-complex vitamins and is a good source of protein. It provides a medium in the gastrointestinal tract that retards the growth of harmful bacteria and aids in the absorption of minerals. Also spelled
yoghurt.

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yogurt, yoghurt

a form of curdled milk produced by fermentation with organisms of the genus Lactobacillus. Used in the treatment of convalescing calves and other young animals after attacks of diarrhea.

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yogurt

Nutrition A smooth semisolid dairy product produced by fermenting milk with Lactobacillus acidophilus and other bacteria that convert lactose into lactic acid; it is regarded as a healthy food