Right Way To Eat Curd| Are you eating curd the wrong way?

How is Curd formed ?

Curd is a fermented dairy product made from milk. It is prepared by by adding already prepared curd in Luke warm milk. Lactobacillus bacteria ferment the milk in the form of curd which is nutritious and beneficial for health. Mainly Curd is of three types: fresh curd, soar curd, and excessive soar curd. Curd has live micro-organisms. Therefore it is important to know that are you eating curd the wrong way? Let’s talk about the right way to eat curd to maximize the curd benefit as per Ayurveda.

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1. Curd should not be consumed at night as it aggravates ‘Kapha‘ dosha. because during night Kapha dosha is at the highest peak and curd can pave the way to boost this dosha. When your Kapha dosha is increased then there is an excess mucus formation, which can lead to ingestion. It also leads to upper respiratory tract health issues and also makes it difficult to lose weight.

2. The curd should not be heated. Modern-day snack meals such as Dahi-Kabab, and Dahi k Sholey can further harm an already troubling gut. Curd contains live micro-organisms therefore not just Ayurveda but modern science also agrees that if you heat the curd, it can alter its properties which can lead to suffocation and swelling in your body. Thus, the Ayurvedic principle is to avoid eating heated curd.

3. The curd should be fresh and fully ripened and should not be kept for a longer time. Consuming the same-day formed curd is good for health and won’t be troubling the health issues.

4. Curd should be taken with Saindhav/rock salt, jaggary ( शक्कर ) cardamon, and black pepper.

5. Curd should be taken in moderation. Excessive curd eating may lead to digestive issues.

6. Ayurveda recommends eating curd in the morning or afternoon.

7. There are some wrong combinations of food with curd So Don’t combine the following combinations.

Curd with meat
Curd with fish
Curd with fruits
Curd with egg
Curd with bringle (बैंगन)
Curd with milk

8. There are some good combinations with curd that consider the right way to eat curd.

Curd with honey
Curd with jaggary
Curd with amla
Curd with ghee
Curd with moong dal

Ayurveda Facts about curd ?

Ayurveda recommends eating curd for digestion as good bacteria help to improve digestive power. It also has anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce joint pain and risk of various other diseases. It also helps to reduce the accumulation of toxins in body.

Heath benefits of curd according to Ayurveda

Good for digestion
Stronger immunity
Strengthen bone and teeth
Good for hair and skin
Good for weight loss
Control blood sugar level
Prevent vaginal infection
Good for heart health
It acts as a stress buster

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Frequently asked question (FAQ)

Q. Is there any side effects of eating curd?

Ans. Consuming curd with the wrong combination of food may lead to devastating diseases such as psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, etc. Therefore eating curd in moderation with the right combination of food is essential. Moreover, it is a high-calorie food may lead to weight gain.

Q. What is best time to eat curd?

Ans. Eating curd after the meal is good for digestion. Eating curd during the morning and afternoon is good. Eating curd during the night can disturb your sleep cycle and cause health issues in the upper respiratory tract.

Q. Is curd good for everyone?

Ans. Curd can benefit everyone if taken in moderation. People with certain health problems avoid consuming curd as it may worsen their condition. It is best to consult with your doctor before consuming curd in certain health problems.