Iogurte probiótico : efeitos benéficos na saúde humana

Abstract

In recent decades, an increase in the popularity of fermented dairy products, especially yogurt, has been observed. The incorporation of probiotic microorganisms in these foods has contributed to an increase in their consumption, since such microorganisms provide additional health benefits, meeting consumers' demand for functional foods. Probiotics are defined as live microorganisms that, when administered in adequate amounts, confer health benefits on the consumer. The objective of this work was to review the main beneficial effects of probiotic yogurt on human health. For this, a bibliographic review of a mixed nature was carried out, consisting of a bibliometric review followed by a narrative review. Through the bibliometric review it was possible to define the main benefits of probiotic yogurt on human health. The effects of probiotic yogurt on the parameters of individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM2) and obesity and overweight were selected for the narrative review. Most studies observed a trend toward a reduction in fasting glucose and HbA1c, as well as an improvement in the inflammatory profile and lipid profile of individuals with DM2. In obese and overweight individuals, mainly in relation to the lipid profile, the trials found positive results for anthropometric indices combining part or all the intervention with a hypocaloric diet, calorie restriction and physical activity. It cannot yet be said that probiotic yogurt is widely recognized as an ally of diet therapy for these diseases, as its positive effects are always associated with a lowcalorie diet and/or changes in lifestyle and physical activity.