Benefits of yogurt on gastrointestinal health have been widely investigated in numerous studies and regular yogurt consumption may contribute to the favorable gut microbiome. Recently, the data from 2 large, prospective cohort studies revealed that regular yogurt consumption was correlated with the reduced risk of proximal colon cancer. Compared to no yogurt consumption, the consumption of at least 1 serving per week of yogurt at baseline was associated with a 16% reduction in proximal colon cancer incidence. Thus, regular yogurt consumption would be beneficial in maintaining gut health and lowering the risk of proximal colon cancer.

Keywords: Yogurt consumption, proximal colon cancer, gastrointestinal health

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Michels KB, et al. Am J Clin Nutr 2020; 112:1566-1575.