What foods contain acidophilus?

Answer by  cece46 (222)

Acidophilus is a name, perhaps a general term, for a probiotic that is added to some milk and other foods. It contains a type of bacteria that helps your body digest. Foods that contain acidophilus are generally dairy products, such as milk, yogurt, or prepackaged / preprepared smoothies that contain dairy.

Answer by  aiibis (175)

Yogurt is one of the most popular food with acidophilus in it. Some other foods are sauerkraut, mushrooms, and kinchi.

Answer by  JenniferLB (103)

Enriched dairy products and some soy products contain this bacteria. Foods such as Enriched buttermilk, milk and yogurt are all known to carry this bacteria in them, but the levels vary by brand name.

Answer by  deejay (39)

As far as i know, yogurt is one of the most commonly known food that has acidophilus. It can also be found on some fermented food like Korean Kinchi.

Answer by  Roland27 (16334)

The most common food that contains acidophilus is Yogurt. Just remember to check the label. Not all yogurts contain the acidophilus. Sauerkraut and many other fermented foods also contain it too, but the other foods aren't as easy to get your hands on at all stores and not all people like the tase of Acidophilus.

Answer by  timerunning (805)

One of the most well know foods that contain acidophilus is yogurt. This is a great snack to eat that is healthy as well! Sauerkraut is another one.

Answer by  kaboom969 (242)

Acidophilus is a pro-biotic bacteria that assists in enhancing digestion, improving immune functions and decrease yeast infections in the body. Acidophilus are usually found in enriched diary products such as enriched milk, enriched buttermilk, yogurt, and some soy foods. The bacteria is not there naturally, they are inserted into the food, that's why they are found in modified products only.

Answer by  yarniechick (118)

The most common food is yogurt. You can also purchase milk that has acidophilus added. Many pro-biotic supplements also are primarily acicophilus.

Answer by  cw (43)

Yogurt is one of the best sources of acidophilus. Make sure that the yogurt you choose says that it contains active live cultures. This will ensure that it is full of healthy acidophilus.

Answer by  Carol37 (569)

Acidophilus is a "good" bacteria most commonly found in yogurt, some milks, kefir and even saurkraut. Some soy products also contain it. It is best to shop at natural food stores and read the labels very carefully. Don't look at the big banner ads as much as the small print.

Answer by  Baobao (1273)

Some beverages, milk powder, yogurt and capsules include it.Having this regularly is good for your health since it can help to digest food and produce vitamins.It also prevents cancers.

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