Which curd is better for me, Sweet or Salty ?
Curd is a delicious and nutritious dairy product enjoyed by people worldwide. It is a prevalent question among people which version of curd is better for me, i.e. sweet or salty, sweet means curd with jaggery or misri (sweet version), and salty curd means with salt or spices (salty version). To know nutritional value of curd read this article
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1. Sweet curd (Fresh curd)
Sweet curd means fresh curd or curd mixed with a little amount of jaggery. Sweet curd should not be mixed with Sugar. Because curd contains live micro-organisms which are good for your gut health when you add jaggery (गुड़ या गुड़ की शक्कर) it increases the live micro-organisms which are good for gut health. But when you add chemically processed refined sugar in curd, it rapidly decreases the live micro-organisms or destroys them so it will not have any beneficial effect on your health.
Benefits of sweet curd
- High in Protein : Sweet curd is an excellent source of protein, which is essential for muscle growth and repair.
- Acts as a Probiotic to improve the immune system : Sweet curd multiply good bacteria (micro-organism) by adding jaggery results to improve digestion which promotes healthy gut flora, and boosts the immune system.
- Calcium-Rich: Curd contains a good amount of calcium, which promotes strong teeth and bones.
- Helps with digestion problems and increases weight: Sweet curd has cooling properties which makes it an ideal choice for People having acidity or digestion problems and it also having medhuverdhak properties means regular consumption helps to gain weight.
2. Salty Curd
Salty curd is prepared by adding salt to the curd, but the question is which salt should we add to the curd? whether it is table salt or Pink salt? The Answer is Himalayan pink salt or a pinch of rock salt crystals. Table salt is chemically processed and contains iodine which just kills good bacteria ( micro-organism ) less bacteria = less effectiveness. So it is recommended to opt for Himalayan pink salt or a pinch of rock salt.
Benefits of Salty curd:
- Low in Calories: Salty curd is a relatively low-calorie food, making it suitable for those who are watching their weight to go down on scale.
- Calcium and Vitamin D: Salty curd is a good source of calcium and is often fortified with vitamin D, which supports calcium absorption and contributes to your bone health.