Can Yogurt Be Raw? Understanding Unpasteurized Yogurt
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While most commercially sold yogurt in the U.S. is made from pasteurized milk, consuming yogurt made from raw, unpasteurized milk presents notable health risks. Unlike pasteurized milk which is heated to eliminate harmful bacteria, raw milk can harbor dangerous pathogens that may lead to severe illness, paralysis, and even death. The fermentation process in yogurt production does not guarantee the destruction of these dangerous microorganisms.
