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Is yoghurt an acid

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Yoghurt contains lactic acid, a product of conversion by lactobacillus bacteria of lactose (and other sugars). This is why its flavour has such a distinctive tang.

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Yes, yogurt is slightly acidic due to the fermentation process that produces lactic acid.

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Is yoghurt an acid alkali or a neutral?

not sure on that one


What does yoghurt have in it?

Plain yoghurt contains water, lactic acid, milk proteins and fat, and any unconverted (or added) sugars.


What acid present in yougurt?

Lactic acid - it's the natural acid present in the milk used to make the yoghurt.


Does yougurt cause increase in uric acid?

Yoghurt causes the least problem with uric acid.


Why is yoghurt made at 37 degrees?

Yoghurt mixtures are incubated to ensure multiplication of lactic acid bacteria. This means that lactic acid will be produced, which will give the product good flavour and texture and extend shelf life.


Is yoghurt made of yeast?

Yes it does. It turns the milk into an acid that thickens the yogurt.


Why do soem bacteria produce lactic acid?

Good question! In yoghurt production, the bacteria Lactobacillus is added to milk. The Lactobacillus is cultured at 46 degrees celcius, releasing lactic acid into the milk and converting the milk into yoghurt.


Can you eat dahi or yogurt if you have uric acid problem?

Yes, people who have problems with the uric acid can eat yoghurt made from lassi.


Is yoghurt alkaline?

Yogurt is slightly acidic in nature due to the fermentation process that produces lactic acid. Despite this, yogurt can have a neutralizing effect on stomach acid, which is why it is often recommended as a soothing food for digestive issues.


Is vaalia yoghurt gluten free?

Yes vaalia yoghurt is gluten free, go to http://www.vaalia.com.au/yoghurt/children/my-first-yoghurt/


Why is yoghurt acidic?

A type of bacteria called "Lactic acid bacteria" ferment milk sugars, lactose to produce lactic acid. Its PH is around 4-5 and therefore it is acidic. Depending on the age and bacteria activity of the yoghurt, the inoculated milk can acidify the sugars enough to coagulate the proteins , resulting into a custard-like curd.


What is yoghurt in Hindi?

Yoghurt means 'Dahi'.