Here we thought yogurt was just something we ate for health purposes that help with our bone building and boost our protein. This dairy wonder, not only does that but has other amazing benefits in terms of beauty! Who would have thought yogurt could be used for so many things?
Acne Be Gone.
Yogurt contains natural anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. This means, you can say goodbye to acne in no time! Just use yogurt on the acne prone areas every night, and rinse off after 30 minutes. The amazing difference can be seen almost instantly.
Helps Weight Loss.
Based on a research, it is shown that by consuming dairy products such as yogurt that have priobiotic Lactobacillus gasseri, it reduces abdominal fat hence helps with weight loss. Also, certain yogurts that contain calcium, have been proven to help burn excess fat. Eat 18 ounces a day and you can drop a jeans size in no time.Yogurts also helps keep a stable balance of bacteria in your body, that allows your digestive system to control issues such as diarrhea and cramps.
Reduces Discolouration.
This may come as quite a shocker but yogurt has mild bleaching properties that can be used to even out skintone and also sunburn. This comes in handy especially in our weather! Just use some yogurt mixed with lemon juice and use it like a mask, and wash off after 30 minutes. Doing this three times a week will give you fast and effective results. Also, it helps keep your skin soft and smooth.
Bye bye Bad Breath.
We bet you guys never knew this one! Yogurt has the ability to reduce the hydrogen sulfide levels in your mouth as well as the bacteria on your tongue, the two things that contribute to bad breath. No one wants bad breath, and this is probably one of the best ways to kick it to the curb! Having yogurt for breakfast won’t only help you keep healthy, but also help you avoid embarassing yourself with stinky breath. Also, sugar free (yes, it has to be sugar free) yogurt reduces plaque build up and prevents cavities as well as gingivitis.
Anti Aging.
This is unavoidable. Whether we like it or not, we’re all going to grow old someday. So why not grow old gracefully and remain the youthful look of your skin? Make yourself a natural anti-aging mask that will help reduce all forms of wrinkles. The lacid acid in yogurt has properties that help dissolbe dead skin and also helps tighten pores.