Ingredient

Live Yogurt Cultures

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Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add live yogurt cultures to yogurt and other dairy products to aid in …

What it is

Live yogurt cultures are beneficial bacteria, such as Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus, that ferment milk to produce yogurt. These live microorganisms are added to yogurt during production to help create its characteristic tangy flavor and creamy texture. They remain active in the finished product.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add live yogurt cultures to yogurt and other dairy products to aid in fermentation, improve texture, and provide a characteristic tangy flavor. They are also sometimes added to baked goods, sauces, and other processed foods to enhance flavor and potentially offer probiotic benefits.

Health notes

Live yogurt cultures are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are considered probiotics, which are live microorganisms that may provide health benefits when consumed in adequate amounts, such as supporting gut health. Regulatory bodies like the WHO/FAO Joint Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated probiotics, but do not set specific intake limits for live cultures in yogurt. Research on the specific health effects of different strains is ongoing.

Allergen info

Live yogurt cultures are derived from milk and are therefore considered a dairy product. They are not one of the other 8 FDA major allergens. Gluten is not typically present.

Products containing Live Yogurt Cultures

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VIOLANTA Greek Yogurt Cookies Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 32% DV per serving High in added sugars — 29% DV per serving 488kcal 6Protein 26Fat 60Carbs Brittany Records Maple Hill Creamery, Creamline Yogurt, Maple, Maple Yogurt High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 93kcal 4.0Protein 4.4Fat 10.6Carbs Brittany Records Maple Hill Creamery, Drinkable Yogurt, Plain, Plain Yogurt High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 74kcal 3.8Protein 4.7Fat 4.7Carbs Springfield Creamery Inc. Nancy's, Organic Probiotic Greek Nonfat Yogurt, Blackberry, Blackberry Yogurt 82kcal 10Protein 0Fat 10.6Carbs

American Halal Company, Inc. Medium Tikka Masala Simmer Sauce, Medium Tikka Masala Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 67kcal 1.7Protein 2.5Fat 10Carbs American Halal Company, Inc. Coconut Curry Korma Sauce, Coconut Curry Korma Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 117kcal 1.7Protein 5.8Fat 15Carbs Brittany Records Maple Hill Creamery, Creamline Yogurt, Plain, Plain Yogurt High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 71kcal 4.1Protein 4.1Fat 4.7Carbs Brittany Records Maple Hill Creamery, Creamline Yogurt, Maple, Maple Yogurt High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 88kcal 4.1Protein 4.1Fat 10.6Carbs Brittany Records Maple Hill Creamery, Creamline Yogurt, Wild Blueberry, Wild Blueberry Yogurt High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 88kcal 4.1Protein 4.1Fat 12.9Carbs Maple Hill Creamery Creamline Whole Milk Yogurt, Maple Yogurt High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 88kcal 3.5Protein 4.1Fat 8.8Carbs Maple Hill Creamery Mango Peach Drinkable Yogurt, Mango Yogurt High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 88kcal 3.3Protein 4.1Fat 9.9Carbs Sunstar Engineering Americas Greek Yogurt Oat & Honey Sandwich Cookies, Greek Yogurt Oat & Honey Cookies & Biscuits 495kcal 6.5Protein 27.6Fat 53.1Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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