Come summer and we start having bowls of curd every day. The cold dairy product not only cools down our body to brave extreme heat but it also helps our body stay fit. It is light on the stomach and amps up our meals as a fantastic accompaniment. But some people don't like the taste of plain curd. For them, fruit yoghurt and muesli are good options to increase curd intake. And if someone has a sweet tooth, adding honey to curd makes it a delicious meal that no one can say no to. Now you must be wondering…
…Can we mix honey with curd?
Yes, many reports suggest that it is safe to combine curd and honey. In fact, both these foods are extremely healthy and make for a nutritious combo together.
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5 Reasons Why You Should Mix Honey To Curd:
1.A Tasty Snack:
Curd has a creamy texture but tangy flavour. Honey balances the extra tanginess with its sweetness and makes the curd more pleasing to the palate. Adding fruits to make a yoghurt bowl or vegetables like pineapple to make raita presents a delightful meal for our taste buds.
2.Good For Gut:
Curd is known to contain probiotics, which are good bacteria and keep our gut healthy. Studies reveal that honey too is known to eliminate infection-causing bacteria from the gut, and act as a probiotic. Together, they work their magic to keep our gut up and running smoothly.
3. Protein Punch:
Curd is a milk product and contains a good amount of protein. Protein is required by our body for strong bones and teeth, healthy skin, and even for weight loss. That's not it, protein also gives us lots of energy to stay active throughout the day. Adding honey can make it a protein-rich snack that can be devoured for good taste.
4. Immunity Booster:
Both honey and curd are great immunity boosters. Honey contains antioxidants that act as the body's defense against common illnesses. Curd too possesses natural immunity-boosting properties and both these foods work to keep us hale and hearty.
5. Aids Digestion:
Both curd and honey can be easily digested and also work to promote healthy digestion. This helps the body to prevent fat accumulation and keeps tummy troubles like constipation and acidity at bay.
So, go ahead and sweeten your curd with honey to make delicious snacks, smoothies and desserts.
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