Does curd aid in shedding pounds?

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• Aug 22, 2022 | Kabir Chakraborty

Many people believe that eating curd is the only thing that matters. That is untrue. It facilitates healthy metabolism and enhances intestinal health in general. It's high probiotic and calcium content can help you maintain a healthy BMI by accelerating metabolism.

Digital Desk: Even while curd has long
been a staple of the Indian post-meal ritual, many people are unsure if regular
consumption might aid in weight loss. Now, according to experts, curd is helpful
for developing strong gut health, which can energize the body and avoid insulin
resistance and, consequently, fat.

Many people believe that eating curd
is the only thing that matters. That is untrue. It facilitates healthy
metabolism and enhances intestinal health in general. It's high probiotic and
calcium content can help you maintain a healthy BMI by accelerating metabolism.
Probiotics, or beneficial bacteria, however, provide the main advantage. For
your curd to be a successful metabolism booster, specific strands of this
bacterium must be present in adequate concentrations in it. All of these are
not present in the necessary concentration in the regular dahi that we cook at
home. Therefore, while homemade curd establishes a habit and improves digestive
health, Ritika Samaddar, Regional Head, Department of Clinical Nutrition and
Dietetics, Max Healthcare, advises using probiotic curd that contains these
strains of good bacteria: Lactobacillus bulgaricus, Streptococcus thermophilus,
Lactobacillus casei, and Bifidus.

The necessary and living bacteria
found in curd improve digestion and hasten the body's removal of waste.
Intestinal accumulation is known to be reduced by Lactobacillus bulgaricus, and
any toxins that may result in health issues are also flushed out as a result.
Curd contains a higher concentration of protein than milk because it is made by
fermentation, which separates the milk solids from the liquid. Proteins take
time to digest or break down, giving the stomach a feeling of fullness. You
won't experience the urge to eat in between, which once more prevents hunger
cravings and, consequently, weight gain.

Calcium, which is abundant in curd and
helps to maintain weight, strengthens bones. Calcium limits cortisol
production, which prevents the body from gaining weight. In that regard, curd
can aid in the fight against cortisol. According to Samaddar, curd is also a
fantastic alternative for people who are lactose intolerant. There are no
stressors left because lactose in milk is converted to lactic acid by
Lactobacillus bulgaricus.

The extra water in the cells can more
easily escape and reach the bladder thanks to the potassium and magnesium that
are abundant in curd, which also helps to regulate blood pressure.

The consumption of curd is not regulated.
It is available at all hours of the day and night, possibly following meals.
People are averse to eating it after sundown because they worry that the curd
may go bad or that they'll get sick. All of this is untrue, though. It is a
fantastic digestive aid and is simple to consume three times per day. Samaddar
continues, "It keeps you in shape.