What is the Best Time to Eat Curd During Summer?

The summer has just set in, and it is time for you to eat right things during this season so that you can improve your digestion, and stay hydrated and healthy.  Curd is one of the milk products that can help you do so. But you need to know the best time to eat curd so that you can draw maximum benefits of eating it. 

What Best Time Should You Choose to Eat Curd?

As per medical advice, the best time to eat curd is during day, chiefly in the afternoon. It is suggested that you eat it after lunch, as it will improve your digestion and equip you with energy. It contains many health-giving nutrients—protein, calcium, vitamins, fat, carbohydrates, minerals, Lactobacilli and organic acids—which keeps you healthy. 

What are Different Ways to Include Curd in Your Diet During Summer?

There are different ways to eat curd to have most of its health benefits. You can include curd in your diet during summer in the following ways:

• Curd Rice: Consuming curd in this form proves very effective during summer, as it is very cooling. 
• Raita: You can prepare raita by mixing curd with onions, mint and cucumber. It improves both nutrition and taste.  
• Lassi: This is very popular desert beverage in our country. You can prepare it at home by mix curd, sugar, ice and rose water. 
• Buttermilk: This is a perfect hydrating summer drink. It is salted and spiced buttermilk. 
• Plain Curd: You can consume this plain curd with lunch. It will cool your body and help in digestion.

How Does Curd Work for Your Body? 

Curd is one of best milk products that ensures your good health. It works as a natural coolant for your body during summer in the following ways:

Cools Your Digestive System

Since during summer, you often develop acidity and other digestive problems, curd cools your digestive system by soothing the gastrointestinal tract, and decreasing the body temperature. 

Aids in Faster Digestion

Curds helps in faster digestion of food, when your body’s metabolismslows down during summer. As a result, you do not develop digestive problems, like acidity, stomach pain, bloating, etc. 

Keeps Body Hydrated

Since your body needs a higher amount of water  during summer, curd equips your body with the required amount of water by replenishing lost fluids, preventing dehydration, and keeping your body hydrated and fresh. 

Avoid Eating Curd During Night

Eating curd during night can cause various problems to you, such as throat formation, and mucus formation. In addition, it can cause various digestive problems, and disrupt your sleep. 

Make your mind to eat curd during the best time of summer. It will replenish your body with the required nutrients and keep you hydrated and healthy.

Disclaimer: This content, including advice, provides general information only. It is not a substitute for qualified medical opinion in any way. The methods and claims mentioned in this article should be considered as suggestions only; DNP India neither confirms nor denies them. Always consult a doctor before following any such suggestions/treatments/medications/diets.