fermented milk products containing probiotic bacteria and yogurt
beverages are some of the most popular fermented food products in
the world. Fermented milk products have numerous health benefits
due to the functional properties of their viable microorganisms and a
health claim for yoghurt has recently been allowed towards improved
lactose digestion for individuals with lactose maldigestion (EFSA,
2010). The “Canadian Dairy Commission” reported that prebiotic and
probiotic yogurt were among the fastest growing food sub-sectors in
2009 (CDC, 2009). Yogurt is made with milk allowed to ferment in the
presence of lactic acid bacteria (LAB), Streptococcus thermophilus and
Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. bulgaricus