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can we eat mango with curd - #23607

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I am really curious about something that's been on my mind ever since my last family gathering where my aunt made this awesome mango dessert with curd! Everyone raved about it, but then I heard a few family members say that mixing mango with curd might not be a good idea. This kind of threw me off a bit, because honestly, who doesn't love mangoes? They are like the fruit of summer! After that, I started googling if can we eat mango with curd but couldn't find any clear answers. I mean, I love both and wanted to combine them without worrying about upset stomachs or something. Like just last week, I made this mango smoothie with curd – tasted amazing, but then I thought, am I risking my digestion or something? I did feel a bit heavy in the stomach after that. Is there something about eating mango with curd that I should be worried about? Should I really avoid this combo, or are there any ways to enjoy mango with curd without messing things up? Appreciate any insights here!

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Mixing mango with curd can indeed raise some concerns from an Ayurvedic perspective, and it might explain that heaviness you felt. Ayurveda suggests that certain food combinations, known as "viraudha ahara," can disturb digestion and cause imbalances. Mangoes and curd both carry specific properties that, when combined, might not work well for some individuals. Mangoes are naturally sweet, but they're also sour and hot in potency, potentially aggravating pitta dosha if consumed excessively or improperly combined. Curd, on the other hand, is sour, heavy, and warming—it's nourishing, yes, but it can also aggravate kapha and pitta. So, combining these two could disrupt the digestive fire, or agni, possibly leading to indigestion or heaviness in the stomach as you experienced. But this doesn't mean you cannot enjoy rave-worthy mango desserts. You might consider moderating the amounts and observing how your body responds. A delicate balance in temperature and seasonality is crucial. Consuming this combination during peak summer or if you're feeling overheated might be less than ideal. Instead, try it in smaller quantities, perhaps during cooler parts of the day. To enhance digestion, you could add a pinch of cardamom or cinnamon to your mango-curd creation, as these spices are known to aid digestion and balance the doshas. Taking this combination during lunchtime, when digestive strength is strongest, might mitigate some digestive issues. Remember, Ayurveda emphasizes individual constitution (prakriti), and what may affect one person might be perfectly fine for another. If you notice consistent digestive issues following this combo, it might be wise to separate the consumption of these foods, enjoying them at different times. Always trust your body's signals, and when in doubt, consult with an Ayurvedic practitioner who could offer more personalized dietary advice based on your unique constitution.
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