Researchers at Mass General Brigham have discovered a potential link between eating yogurt regularly and reduced long-term risk for colon cancer. A study published in the medical journal Gut Microbes found that individuals who consumed two or more servings of yogurt per week had lower rates of colorectal cancer that tested positive for Bifidobacterium, a bacterial species.
The study, which analyzed data from over 130,000 participants, revealed an inverse relationship between yogurt intake and the presence of Bifidobacterium in the gut microbiome. This suggests that consuming yogurt may help reduce the risk of colon cancer by promoting a healthier balance of bacteria in the digestive system.
Source: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2025/02/14/metro/mass-general-brigham-study-yogurt-colon-cancer-reduced