Why is Yakult so popular in Asia?

Among the main reasons Yakult garnered many loyal customers is due to the health benefits that it contains. The benefits of Yakult are from the live bacteria, which helps in digestive health. It helps in maintaining the health of microorganisms that lives in the human digestive tract.

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Where is Yakult most popular?

The globally popular probiotic drink Yakult was first manufactured in Japan and introduced to the market in 1935. Today, it is consumed by people in 40 countries and regions around the world every day. It is Japan's #1 selling beverage overseas.

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Do Koreans like Yakult?

Yakult, a sweet probiotic drink in a tiny pale peach bottle, has been Koreans' favorite beverage for more than 40 years, even creating its own culture through “Yakult ajumma.”

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Is Yakult popular in Korea?

It is a small milk-based drink that contains live Lactobacillus Paracasei Shirota, which promotes a balanced and healthy gut. It has a very sweet, milky taste and was made especially so that kids and adults alike can enjoy the beverage. In Korea, Yakult is hugely popular.

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What's special about Yakult?

Yakult's exclusive probiotic LcS increases the number of beneficial bacteria in your digestive system and makes it difficult for the harmful ones to take over. With over 6.5 billion LcS in each bottle, Yakult has among the highest concentration of probiotics in the market.

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The History of Yakult : The Story of the Drink that Dominated Asia

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Can I drink 2 Yakults a day?

For adults, drinking one or two bottles every day, is recommended. For children, one bottle a day is recommended. For infants over the age of 8 months and toddlers, one bottle a day is recommended.

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Which Yakult is better red or blue?

What is the difference between the red and the blue bottles? Both have the same flavour and quantity of bacteria. Yakult Light (the blue pack) contains the sweeteners malitol syrup and sucralose, so has less sugar and fewer calories than the original Yakult (the red pack).

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Does BTS drink Yakult?

In several scenes from the video, the star was seen drinking the Japanese beverage, Yakult, which is also well known in South Korea. From the video, fans were pleasantly amused with Taehyung's unique way of drinking it backwards.

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What country invented Yakult?

History|Dive deeper into Yakult —the Probiotic Drink Born in Japan, Loved Worldwide.

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How healthy is Yakult?

Yakult is a probiotic fermented milk drink that contains LCS. This particular strain of bacteria is not just an ordinary friendly bacterium. It helps in digestion, prevents bad cholesterol, and has anti-cancer properties. But the most important benefit of Yakult is its ability to strengthen your immune system.

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Do Asians drink Yakult?

The UK followed in 1996, then the US in 1999, initially through Asian and Hispanic markets. In Japan, India, Brazil and Malaysia, the cult of Yakult is spread by thousands of “Yakult ladies” who sell the drinks door-to-door while dressed in distinctive red and white or blue costumes.

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Is Yakult Chinese or Japanese?

Yakult was invented in 1935 in Japan by Minoru Shirota, who helped to found Yakult Honsha in order to commercialize it. Although Yakult is sold in Japan in supermarkets and convenience stores it is also sold door-to-door in Asia and in Latin America in convenience stores.

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What is Korea's favorite drink?

Soju is Korea's most famous famous liqour. As the ubiquity of these glittering green bottles in virtually every eating and drinking establishment should tell you: soju is Korea's national liquor.

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Is Yakult halal in Australia?

Halal. Is Yakult Halal? Internationally some of our overseas Yakult companies have received Halal certification. However, in Australia, we have not pursued the application process to be considered Halal and thus cannot claim the Yakult drinks produced here as Halal.

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Why don't they sell Yakult in bigger bottles?

The answer is simple! A smaller bottle is more hygienic. Opening and closing a bigger bottle might expose the product to bacteria. Smaller bottles remain sealed until you're ready to drink your Yakult!

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Is Yakult good for your gut?

Gut Bacteria Support

Probiotics help replenish the population of bacteria in your gut, and Yakult does a good job of that. Yakult has 6.5 billion LCS bacteria per bottle!

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Is Yakult Australian?

The Yakult factory is based in Dandenong, Victoria and makes Yakult for the whole of Australia and New Zealand.

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When did Yakult come to Australia?

1994 Australia becomes the first English-speaking country to produce and sell Yakult with the launch of Yakult Australia.

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Is the bacteria in Yakult alive?

YAKULT and yogurt are both fermented dairy products made from milk fermented with live bacteria. YAKULT is unique because it is made using Lactobacillus casei Shirota strain with live bacteria, not the strain of bacteria used in yogurts.

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What is Yakult called in Korea?

hy Co., Ltd (Korean: 주식회사 에치와이), formerly known as Korea Yakult (한국야쿠르트), is a South Korean food company based in Seocho-gu, Seoul.

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Is it OK to drink Yakult in an empty stomach?

Yes, now! Even if you feel healthy and have no issues. Prevention is always better than cure! Secondly, we can take probiotics at any time during the day, but to make the most out of their benefits, try taking them on an empty stomach.

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How does Yakult taste?

Yakult has a refreshing sweet and tangy taste. This flavour is unique to Yakult but our fans often describe it as tropical and fresh with nods to lime and citrus but with a creamy twist!

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What if I drink 4 Yakult a day?

Drinking more than one bottle of Yakult a day is also fine, as it will cause no harm. But remember, consume all food and drinks in moderation. Drinking Yakult everyday helps to ensure a regular supply of good bacteria in your intestines.

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Can you only drink 1 Yakult a day?

From young to old, everybody can enjoy Yakult's refreshing and delicious citrus taste! For adults, drinking one or two bottles every day, is recommended. For children, one bottle a day is recommended. For infants over the age of 8 months and toddlers, one bottle a day is recommended.

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What if I drink 5 Yakults a day?

Consuming Yakult in excess can increase the risk of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and other conditions. Drinking too much yakult can also contribute to the development of obesity.

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