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The popularity of Frozen Yogurt has exploded in Brazil resulting in new yogurt companies and franchises sprouting up frequently. This recent surge in demand triggered the Brazilian Proteste Consumers Association (Brazil’s equivalent to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency) to laboratory test samples of “frozen yogurt” from each of the eight main players (Yogen Früz, Yogolove, Yoggi, Yogoberry, Yofoira, Tutti Frutti, Bendita Fruta and Yogofresh) in the market. These samples were analyzed to determine if they met the bacterial, fat and sugar content required to be labeled yogurt by the Ministry of Agriculture Brazil and the Standard Health Agency in the UK.

The bacterial culture added to milk is the most vital component in making yogurt. Every gram of yogurt requires a minimum of 10 000 000* viable bacteria to be labeled as such. However, the Proteste Consumers Association was surprised to find that out of the eight samples of frozen yogurt that they took, all but one came close to meeting this minimum. From Bendita Fruta’s 110/g* to Yoforia’s 280 000/g*, none of the samples came remotely near Yogen Früz’s 94,000,000/g*.

No, that’s not a typo; Yogen Früz’s soft-serve yogurt contains almost 336 times the good bacteria as the next leading company’s product, surpassing the industry minimum by 940%. While we’re happy with the result of this test, we would love to see other countries around the world follow Brazil’s initiative to uphold product standards. Consumers should be aware if they’re eating healthy and delicious yogurt, or something that could be more accurately described as yogurt infused ice cream.

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http://oglobo.globo.com/economia/mat/2011/04/09/frozens-nem-tao-iogurte-quanto-dizem-ser-924199618.asp

* Values taken from Proteste Consumers Association (
http://www.proteste.org.br/20110411/tabela-frozen-yogurt-dados-nutricionais-Attach_s539511.pdf)

Yogurt is a product that is made from milk that has been fermented using naturally occurring good bacteria called “yogurt cultures�. The lactose in milk goes through fermentation by the yogurt cultures to produce lactic acid, which when combined with the protein found in milk gives yogurt its signature texture and flavour. Typically cow milk is used to make yogurt, however milk from water buffalo, goats, sheep, and even yaks and camels is also used in other parts of the world. And because yogurt is made from milk, it is nutritionally rich in calcium, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, riboflavin, and protein which all are essential to keep your body healthy and strong.

Water is one of the most abundant substances on Earth. In developed nations, clean drinking water can be found everywhere yet reports show that 75% of American’s have mild, chronic dehydration. A mere 2% drop in our body’s water content can trigger signs of dehydration: fuzzy short-term memory, trouble with thinking clearly and difficulty focusing on smaller print like on a computer screen. (Are you having trouble reading this? Drink more water!)

Here are ten benefits of drinking water:

Lose weight: Drinking water helps you lose weight because it flushes down the by-products of fat breakdown. Drinking water reduces hunger, it’s an effective appetite suppressant so you’ll eat less.

Natural Remedy for Headache: Water helps relieve headache and back pains due to dehydration. Although there are many other reasons that contribute to headaches, dehydration is the most common one.

Look Younger with Healthier Skin: You’ll look younger when your skin is properly hydrated. Water helps to replenish skin tissues, moisturizes skin and increase skin elasticity.

Better Productivity at Work or School: Your brain is mostly made up of water, thus drinking water helps you concentrate and be more alert.

Better Exercise: Drinking water regulates your body temperature. You’ll feel more energetic when doing exercises and water helps to fuel your muscle.

Helps with Digestion and Constipation: Drinking water raises your metabolism because it aids in digestion. Fiber and water go hand in hand to help with daily bowel movements.

Less Cramps and Sprains: Proper hydration helps keep your joints and muscles lubricated and you’ll reduce occurrence of cramps and sprains.

Less Likely to Get Sick and Feel Healthy: Drinking plenty of water helps fight against flu and other ailments like kidney stones and heart attack.

Relieves Fatigue: Water is used by the body to help flush out toxins and waste products from the body. If your body lacks water, your heart needs to work harder to pump out the oxygenated blood to all cells.

Reduce the Risk of Cancer: Related to the digestive system, some studies show that drinking a healthy amount of water may reduce the risks of bladder cancer and colon cancer.

If you’re getting thirsty reading this, treat yoürself to some Ãœ water today!

Source: Mangosteen Natural Remedies