The Claim
In Dutch adults aged 60–80 with a prior myocardial infarction, consuming an additional 25 grams of plain yogurt per day is associated with a 4% lower risk of cardiovascular disease mortality, and consuming more than 50 grams of plain yogurt per day is associated with a 14% lower risk of cardiovascular disease mortality.
What the research says
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Among Dutch adults aged 60–80 who previously had a heart attack, those who eat 25 grams of plain yogurt daily have a 4% lower risk of dying from cardiovascular disease, and those who eat more than 50 grams daily have a 14% lower risk.
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In Dutch adults aged 60–80 with a prior myocardial infarction, consuming an additional 25 grams of plain yogurt per day is associated with a 4% lower risk of cardiovascular disease mortality, and higher yogurt intake (above 50 g/day) is associated with a 14% lower risk, suggesting a potential protective role for yogurt in long-term survival after heart attack.
The bacteria in yogurt break down lactose into lactic acid and other compounds that enter the bloodstream and calm down harmful inflammation in blood vessels. This allows blood vessels to relax better and reduces damage to the heart and arteries, lowering the chance of death from heart problems.
What the research says
1 studyThis study found that older adults who had a heart attack and ate more plain yogurt each day were less likely to die from heart problems, especially those eating at least 50 grams daily. It’s like yogurt might help their hearts stay healthier after a heart attack.
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