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Curd

Also Known As : Dahi
Can Eat 2

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It is slightly tangy or sour in taste.

Usage Tips

  1. Curd can be used in preparing many dishes and it can be consumed directly as well.
  2. It can be used to make curd rice, raita, curries.
  3. It can be used as a salad dressing.
  4. It should be stored in the refrigerator.

Common names and forms

  1. Fresh Curd
  2. Frozen Curd
  3. Indian Cow Milk Curd
  4. Sweet cart curd
  5. Thick curd
  6. Toned Milk Dahi
  7. Whisk curd

Description

Curd is a dairy product made by curdling the milk with edible acidic substance such as lemon juice or vinegar. It can be prepared at home.

Health benefits

  • People suffering from indigestion problem get huge benefit with regular consumption of curd.(1)
  • It is a good source of calcium and phosphorous, that strengthen the bones.(1)
  • Curd help to enhance immunity.(1)

Selection Guide

Keep the curd container refrigerated and tightly sealed. Check the "best before" date while purchasing.

Note

Patients who have arthritis problem should avoid the use of curd as it may worsen joints pain.(2)

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.lybrate.com/topic/health-benefits-of-curd

(2) http://www.ayurhealth.info/tag/side-effects-of-curd/

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