Does yogurt help prevent bloating?

Answer:

A beneficial bacteria-rich food, yogurt can help balance the gut microbiome, effectively improve our digestive system, and reduce bloating that may result from consuming large amounts of high-fat and high-protein foods. It can also prevent constipation.

Yogurt mixed with fruits, jam, and oats. Illustration photo by Freepik

Many people worry that eating yogurt can worsen their gastric pain, but in fact, the acid content in yogurt is negligible.Furthermore, lactic acid in yogurt has an inhibitory effect on the growth of H. pylori bacteria, which can cause gastric ulcers and gastritis. The probiotics in yogurt also boost local immunity and help restrain factors that cause stomach discomfort. Therefore, even people with gastric issues can consume yogurt.

However, it's important to note that yogurt should be eaten after meals and is not recommended on an empty stomach.Also, consuming excessive amounts of yogurt in a single day is not advised.

Additionally, people with obesity or diabetes should opt for sugar-free yogurt.

Dr. Ha Hai Nam

Deputy head of Department of Gastroenterology 1, Hanoi’s K Hospital