...intestines. national mania disinfecting everything makes it hard for some to accept the microscopic critters in our guts, where they do some of their best work. But there's no ignoring these beneficial bugs, and everyone from farm stands to strip mall retailers are advertising how many types of bacteria their yogurts contain for good reason. Recent scientific studies have shown that the bacteria in yogurt is key to its value as a health food.

The Healthy Snack

Of course, bacteria isn't the only thing that makes yogurt a great snack or breakfast choice. "Cow's milk yogurt is packed with calcium, protein and Vitamin D," says Althea Zincowski, a registered dietitian and spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association. People who are allergic to milk products, or very...

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