How are Plant-Based Yogurt Starters Replacing the Traditional Yogurts?

Tamara Watson27 Mar, 2023Health

In recent times, there has been a shift in people?s preference for food intake. From animal-based meat and dairy products, they have slowly and steadily transitioned towards a more plant-based diet. It has led to an increase in the consumption of vegan meats like tofu, tempeh, cereals, and pulses, and plant-based milk such as soy, coconut, oats, peas, almonds, and other similar kinds of nuts. Naturally, the increase in consumption of vegan products has also led to an increase in the use of vegan or plant-based dairy products, including yogurt and yogurt starters. In this write-up, we will discuss plant-based yogurts and starters. How are they different from traditional yogurts, and how and why are they replacing traditional dairy products?