Some food combinations are better than others, and in the case of honey a yogurt it’s a case of 1 + 1 = 3.
The latest evidence of this phenomenon comes from two studies that explored how the combination of honey and yogurt, a food source of probiotic bacteria, may affect the gut microbiome. Results suggested that one tablespoon of honey added to a serving of yogurt helped the beneficial microbes survive longer in the gut.
Researchers in the clinical trial noted that earlier studies have indicated probiotics can reduce intestinal transit time, which may help relieve constipation and other gastrointestinal symptoms. Some research also suggests probiotics may boost cognition and mood, such as a 2013 clinical trial that found they may improve memory and a 2019 clinical trial that linked them to less depression and anxiety.
