eating curd increases immunity

March 4,Kathmandu.In summers, if curd is also included in the food, then the taste increases. Curd is not only tasty to eat, it is even more beneficial for health.

About 4 thousand years ago, nomads in Bulgaria ate milk for dinner and left the leftovers. By morning, the milk had solidified and turned into curd. Milk had solidified before this too, but on this day, someone tasted it. It was delicious. This is where the tradition of setting curd began. Even today, curd is added to every dish in Bulgaria. If curd is not added to a dish, it is served as a staple.

Eating curd strengthens the digestive system and the immune system. It helps in weight management and also keeps bones strong. It also improves heart health.

Nutritional value of yogurt

If curd is made from whole milk, that is, cream has not been removed from the milk. This 100 grams of curd contains about 61 calories. Curd is about 88% water.

Dr. says that curd is many times more beneficial than milk. The vitamins and minerals present in it make it a superfood. It contains almost every mineral that is necessary for our body. It contains essential minerals like calcium, magnesium and potassium. 

There are many health benefits of eating yogurt

Dr.  says that curd is one of the best probiotics in the world. Curd is one of the favorite foods of our gut bacteria, it also increases the number of good bacteria present in the gut.

This improves the digestive system and also strengthens the immune system. Eating curd also strengthens teeth and bones.

Some common questions and answers related to curd

Is it okay to eat curd everyday?

Yes, eating curd every day keeps digestion healthy and provides the body with essential nutrition. However, one should avoid eating too much curd at one time.

Can lactose intolerant people eat yogurt?

Yes, most lactose intolerant people can eat curd because the bacteria present in it helps in digesting lactose by breaking it down. Despite this, if you are lactose intolerant, then definitely consult a doctor once before eating curd.

Can yogurt cause weight gain?

No, curd speeds up metabolism. Therefore, eating curd keeps the weight under control. If someone is eating too much sweet curd or high-fat curd then weight may increase.

Can eating curd increase blood pressure?

No, eating curd keeps blood pressure under control. Phosphorus, magnesium and potassium present in it keep blood pressure under control. These minerals are also necessary for many important biological processes in our body. With their help, blood pressure remains balanced and metabolism improves.

Is it safe to eat curd on empty stomach?

No, eating curd on an empty stomach can cause acidity or gas in the stomach. So it is better to eat curd as a staple with porridge, food or any food item.

Is it safe to eat curd at night?

Generally there is no problem in eating curd at night. However, according to Ayurveda, eating curd at night can increase phlegm and mucus. Therefore, curd should be avoided at night, if you are eating it then eat it in small quantity only.

Does eating curd improve heart health?

Yogurt is rich in B vitamins, especially vitamin B-12 and B-2, i.e. riboflavin. Both these vitamins can prevent heart disease and some neural tube birth defects. Therefore, eating yogurt improves heart health.

Does eating curd strengthen the immune system?

According to a study published in the National Library of Medicine, eating curd daily strengthens the immune system. This keeps heart health good and reduces the risk of many diseases like depression.

Is curd beneficial for hair and skin?

Yes, the protein and lactic acid present in curd moisturize the skin and also make the hair strong and shiny.

Which people should not eat curd?

Generally everyone can eat curd. However, its consumption is not considered safe in some diseases. Therefore some people should not eat curd-