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Two Yogurt Servings Weekly Cut Colorectal Cancer Risk

2/26/2025

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A recent study in Gut Microbes reveals that enjoying at least two servings of yogurt each week could significantly reduce the risk of proximal colorectal cancer, especially in cases linked to the beneficial bacterium Bifidobacterium. While these findings are encouraging, experts urge consumers to opt for yogurt with low added sugar to maximize health benefits.

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A recent study in Gut Microbes reveals that enjoying at least two servings of yogurt each week could significantly reduce the risk of proximal colorectal cancer, especially in cases linked to the beneficial bacterium Bifidobacterium. While these findings are encouraging, experts urge consumers to opt for yogurt with low added sugar to maximize health benefits.