According to Dr. Ngo Thi Ha Phuong, from the National Nutrition Institute, yogurt is essentially fresh cow’s milk or milk that is fermented with beneficial bacteria for the gut (lactobacillus bulgaricus and streptococcus thermophilus). The main process in yogurt fermentation is the conversion of lactose into glucose, and then these simple sugars are converted into pyruvic acid, and finally into lactic acid.
Yogurt has a high nutritional value, containing a complete range of proteins (with essential amino acids, especially lysine), carbohydrates, lipids, minerals (especially calcium), and vitamins, mainly from the B and A groups. The uniqueness of yogurt is that, besides its nutritional value, it also has good therapeutic properties, especially for intestinal diseases.
When feeding yogurt to young children, pay attention to the following time frames:
1 – 2 hours after a meal: better probiotic development
The ideal time to eat yogurt is 1 – 2 hours after a meal. At this time, the gastric juice has been diluted, and the pH in the stomach becomes an environment that is very suitable for optimal probiotic development, which is very beneficial for health.
Afternoon: radiation protection and stress reduction
The high content of vitamin B in yogurt helps the body increase immunity and counteract the damage caused by radiation from electronic devices. In a period where children are surrounded by computers, smartphones, etc., the effect of yogurt is truly essential.
In addition, Tyrosine in yogurt helps relieve fatigue and stress, so mothers should also consume yogurt during this time to stay healthy, energetic, and take better care of their babies.
Evening: optimal calcium absorption
The calcium content in yogurt is equivalent to regular milk. Particularly, thanks to its high lactic acid content and effective calcium retention capability, yogurt promotes better calcium absorption by the body.
Meanwhile, during the period from midnight to dawn, factors that affect calcium absorption are relatively low, making it advantageous for calcium absorption. Therefore, eating yogurt 1-2 hours before going to bed is the best time for the body to maximize calcium absorption, contributing to strong bones and increased height.
A few notes when consuming yogurt:
Feed children yogurt suitable for their age
Since infants have an immature digestive system, you can only feed them yogurt when they are 6 months old with appropriate daily amounts as follows:
– 6-10 months: 50g/day.
– 1-2 years: 80g/day.
– Over 2 years: 100g/day.
– For older children, you can give them more than 100g of yogurt per day, but not too much as it can cause digestive disorders.
Avoid feeding yogurt to hungry children
When hungry, the pH in the stomach is only around 2, so if you eat yogurt at this time, the beneficial bacteria in the yogurt will be killed. After eating, the stomach contracts strongly and the pH increases, creating an excellent environment for the beneficial bacteria in yogurt to thrive.
Avoid feeding heated yogurt to children
Do not heat yogurt before feeding it to your child because heating will kill the most beneficial bacteria in the yogurt.
In addition, the taste and texture will change, and the nutritional value and health benefits will decrease. Store yogurt in the refrigerator after purchasing and use it within two weeks.
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