Elaboração de iogurte com propriedades funcionais utilizando Bifidumbacterium lactis e fibra solúvel.

Abstract

In view of the increased weight and cardiovascular diseases in the world population as a result of consumption of high-calorie food, the development of foods with low or reduced fat and high in fiber becomes critical. Thus, this work aimed at the development of functional properties using yogurt with soluble fiber and Bifidumbacterium lactis with probiotic effect, promoting health rather than curing diseases. The fermentation process was maintained until reaching a pH of 4.6 to a controlled temperature of 40°C. Analyses physical and physical-chemical properties: color, viscosity, pH, acidity expressed as lactic acid, content of total solids and degreased;-fat yogurt produced and the study of the storage of the product after acidification. It was determined the viability of traditional lactic bacteria (Streptococcus thermophilus, Lactobacillus bulgaricus) in combination with probiotic bacteria (Bifidobacterium lactis) for testing the product life of forty-five days. Tests were conducted with sensory acceptance trained panelists. The pH of the yoghurt produced with a viscosity of 4.45 was 1 minute and 37 seconds, and change of acidity was observed on the 45th day and by the team of panelists changed cycle life.