Yogurt

Yogurt is a creamy food made from milk. It has a tangy taste and thick texture. To make yogurt, people add tiny living things called bacteria to milk. These good bacteria turn the milk into yogurt. Yogurt is a healthy snack for kids and adults.

How Yogurt Is Made

First, milk is heated up in a big pot. Then a small amount of yogurt is added to the warm milk. The good bacteria in yogurt grow and thicken the milk. After a few hours, the milk turns into yogurt. It is then cooled and put in cups.

Kinds of Yogurt

There are many types of yogurt to try. Plain yogurt has no flavors added. Fruit yogurt has pieces of fruit mixed in. Greek yogurt is thicker than regular yogurt. Some people add honey, berries, or granola to their yogurt.

Fun Facts

• Yogurt is over 4,000 years old and was first made in the Middle East.
• The good bacteria in yogurt can help your tummy feel better.
• Frozen yogurt is a cold treat a lot like ice cream.

Did You Know?

The word yogurt comes from a Turkish word that means to thicken or curdle.