Definition
Lactococcus lactis is a spherical bacterium commonly found in dairy products, one of the most important bacteria in the dairy industry for fermenting milk into cheese, buttermilk, and yogurt, with a long history of safe use in food production
What It Does
- Lactococcus lactis ferments lactose (milk sugar) into lactic acid, helping preserve dairy products
- Lactococcus lactis creates conditions that favor beneficial bacteria over harmful ones
- Lactococcus lactis produces bacteriocins, natural antimicrobial compounds that fight pathogens
- Lactococcus lactis aids in the digestion of lactose for those with sensitivity
Health Benefits
Lactococcus lactis Benefits
- Lactococcus lactis helps with increasing populations of friendly gut bacteria
- Lactococcus lactis helps with digesting lactose more easily
- Lactococcus lactis helps with producing lactic acid that supports gut health
- Lactococcus lactis helps with producing natural antimicrobial compounds
- Lactococcus lactis helps with safe consumption with centuries of use in fermented foods
Found In
Lactococcus lactis in DEE Yogurt
Lactococcus lactis is contained in DEE Yogurt
Lactococcus lactis plays an important role in DEE Yogurt's fermentation process. It helps develop the yogurt's flavor while contributing to the probiotic content. The strain works with our other 10 cultures to create a complex, beneficial microbiome support system. Daily production ensures peak bacterial activity.
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Ying Ubonkarn
Founder & Probiotic Yogurt Specialist
Ying has been crafting fresh probiotic yogurt in Phuket for over 8 years. Every batch is made under her supervision using pure Thai milk and 11 carefully selected probiotic cultures.
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