Weight loss: How curd (dahi) can help you lose weight

 

Smooth digestion

One of the main reasons behind weight gain is infrequent digestion, irregular secretion of wastes from your system can even result in an improved weight being displayed on the weighing scales. The bacterial content in curd aids in improving your gut functions, which thereby results in perfect digestion.

High in proteins

Curd is prepared in the procedure of fermentation, under which the milk solids are separated from the liquid making curd highly concentrated and high in protein. 1 ounce of curd, (famously known as “dahi” in Indian households) includes 12 grams protein. Being such a protein rich form of diet, curd aids in keeping your stomach full for a longer duration which keeps your hunger pangs in a control. It even keeps your muscles lean which cuts down excessive fat from your belly.

Best source of the calcium

Being a nutritious dairy product, curd consists of a lot of calcium, which aids in improving bone strength. Curd aids in increasing the process of thermogenesis in your body which results in an improved metabolic rate.

Nutritional content in curd

Curd includes important nutrients such as calcium, vitamin B-12, vitamin B-2, potassium and magnesium which are needed in the overall development and growth of the body. These necessary nutrients are obtained from milk during the preparation of curd. However, yogurt can be digested quicker than milk. The nutrients release the excessive water from the cells which reaches your bladder, this also aids in maintaining the normalcy of blood sugar levels.

A healthy product for lactose intolerant people

Adding dairy products in your dietary regime can prove an effective weight loss technique. However, it's not the similar case for lactose intolerant people. Curd is the only dairy product which can act as a relief in a lactose intolerant diet. As described earlier, curd is formed by fermenting and adding bacterium, the bacteria aids in converting the lactose content of milk into lactic acid.

A nutritious snack

Curd is low in the calories and speeds your metabolism level. One bowl of curd is so enriched with protein and other nutrients that it can satiate your appetite , effectively keeping your stomach full for a longer period. You can add fresh raw honey, nuts, or make a curd salad by adding veggies and relish it delectably.

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