Misconceptions about eating yogurt in cold weather causing sore throats

The changing seasons with many fluctuations, create conditions for pathogens to grow and develop, increasing the risk of respiratory diseases. In particular, sore throat is one of the common diseases, especially in children and the elderly due to weak immune systems.

Associate Professor, Doctor Nguyen Thi Lam - Former Deputy Director of the National Institute of Nutrition shares many causes of sore throat in particular and respiratory diseases in general.

Question: Many respiratory infections spread rapidly during the transitional season. From a professional perspective, can Dr. Lam explain why this is the time when diseases are most likely to "visit", especially in young children and the elderly?

At the end of the year, the weather turns cold, drizzle in the second half of winter creates favorable conditions for pathogens to develop and operate. People with reduced resistance are susceptible to bacterial attacks, leading to minor illnesses. In particular, children with weak immune systems and elderly grandparents with weakened immune systems are the two most vulnerable groups.

Question: So how to prevent respiratory diseases, sore throats, as well as maintain resistance for children and grandparents during the changing seasons?

To protect our health during the changing seasons, in addition to keeping warm, exercising, getting vaccinated, etc., we need to strengthen our resistance with a balanced diet, because about 70% of the body's epithelial immune system is concentrated in the intestines. Therefore, healthy digestion means a healthy immune system, which is also the "key" to preventing disease.

One of the simple and effective ways to strengthen the immune system is the habit of eating yogurt every day.

Question: We cannot deny the benefits of yogurt. However , many people still believe that in the cold season, we should limit eating cold foods, especially yogurt, to avoid sore throats. Is this true, doctor?

Because yogurt always needs to be refrigerated, it is often labeled as causing sore throats. However, this has absolutely no scientific basis and only comes from the psychology of "fear of cold".

When eating a box of yogurt, the weight of each small spoon is insignificant compared to the body weight, so it does not affect the thermal balance or cause irritation or inflammation of the throat area. In addition, yogurt can also help reduce the burning sensation caused by sore throat.

Above all, this food is essential for health, aids digestion, enhances resistance, and prevents diseases during seasonal changes.

Question: How can a small container of yogurt we consume every day solve the problem of boosting our immune system health?

A box of yogurt not only provides the body with many important nutrients from milk such as protein, calcium... but also provides a large amount of intestinal probiotics. These are the "warriors" that help strengthen the body's immune system, thereby preventing respiratory infections.

In particular, for the elderly with impaired intestinal function, yogurt is an optimal food to support the digestive system, increase resistance and reduce indigestion symptoms. According to many studies, yogurt is a nutritional supplement that helps the elderly improve bone health and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Question: To cope with the cold weather, many families choose to soak yogurt in hot water or heat it in the microwave. Is this correct, doctor?

It should be clarified that this is a wrong way of doing things, which can change the composition of the yogurt, destroy beneficial bacteria, and affect the quality of the product. In case grandparents or babies are sensitive to cold temperatures, the family can store the yogurt in the refrigerator and leave it at room temperature for 15-20 minutes to cool down before eating.

Question: In addition to the above principles, can the doctor share the criteria for choosing healthy yogurt for the family?

First, we should pay attention to choosing quality products with clear origins. Products of reputable brands often have a large amount of good digestive enzymes, typically European Lactobacillus Bulgaricus enzymes that help keep the intestines healthy, strengthen the immune system, help digestion, and strengthen the immune system.

Every day, we should eat at least 1 cup of yogurt and use it after the main meal, avoid eating on an empty stomach. When eating, only use small spoons to avoid feeling too cold, which can irritate the teeth and throat. To increase the taste and at the same time supplement nutrition, mothers can give children and grandparents yogurt combined with fruits, nuts and cereals.

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