Ingredient

Probiotics: Streptococcus Thermophilus

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Role in food
This bacterium is used as a starter culture in the production of yogurt and …

What it is

Streptococcus thermophilus is a type of bacteria commonly found in the human gut and is also a key ingredient in making yogurt. It is a facultative anaerobe, meaning it can grow with or without oxygen. It is grown in a lab and then added to milk to start the fermentation process.

Why it's used

This bacterium is used as a starter culture in the production of yogurt and other fermented dairy products. It helps to ferment lactose (milk sugar) into lactic acid, which gives yogurt its tangy flavor and thick texture. It is also added to some cheeses and other fermented foods.

Health notes

Streptococcus thermophilus is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a well-studied probiotic, and research suggests it may help with lactose digestion and support gut health. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated probiotics, but does not set specific ADIs for them. Evidence on specific health benefits is ongoing and sometimes mixed.

Allergen info

Streptococcus thermophilus itself is not a major allergen. However, it is often cultured in milk, and trace amounts of milk protein may be present in the final product.

Products containing Probiotics: Streptococcus Thermophilus

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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