According to a study published in the journal Gut Microbes regular yogurt consumption may reduce the risk of colorectal cancer, particularly in tumors associated with the presence of Bifidobacterium.

A new study tied eating at least 2 servings of yogurt per week to a lower risk of an aggressive type of colorectal cancer.

Regular yogurt consumption may lower colorectal cancer risk by 20% due to the presence of beneficial probiotics that support gut health.

The researchers found that having at least two servings of yogurt a week was helpful. A serving of yogurt is 6 ounces, so having at least 12 ounces of yogurt on a weekly basis may help lower your colorectal cancer risk. Also of note: "Plain yogurt is better than sweetened yogurt," says Dr. Ugai.

Mass General Brigham researchers have found that eating yogurt over time can help protect against colon cancer: ‘The connection between diet, the gut microbiome, and risk of colorectal

Related: Could Inflammation Raise Your Colon Cancer Risk? Here’s What a New Study Says Some research has suggested that shifting your routine can help you lower your risk—whether that means enjoying a glass of milk or aiming for anti-inflammatory foods and habits.

According to researchers at MGB, those who have two or more servings of yogurt weekly tend to have a reduced risk of one type of colon cancer.