Healthy Yogurt Guide: Greek Yogurt, Probiotics & Benefits

Yogurt is a probiotic powerhouse that aids digestion and can soothe nausea. Discover the healthiest Greek varieties, the benefits of yogurt face masks, and how to substitute yogurt for fat to make your baking healthier.

List of Good Bacteria in Yogurt

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Elizabeth Brown

Yogurt is made by fermenting many types of milk -- including whole, skim, and evaporated milk -- with lactic acid bacteria. These beneficial bacteria are usually from the types called lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus.

Elizabeth Brown is a journalist who covers health, nutrition, culture and current events. She has written for a variety of web and print publications, including health sites such as Well + Good NYC, Alignyo, and HuffPo Healthy Living. She is a former editor-in-chief of women's health blog Blisstree.com and editor and writer at AARP.org. She has a certificate in nutrition from Cornell and a Master of Arts in public communication from American University.