how to eat curd - #24059
I am seriously confused about how to eat curd. I recently started following an Ayurvedic diet to help balance my digestion, but I just can't figure out the right way to incorporate curd into my meals. My friend told me that curd is super beneficial, especially for gut health, so I've been trying to have it daily. But the thing is, I mixed it with fruits one day, and then I had it plain the next. I even tried with some spices, which was kinda weird but interesting?? I’ve read that there are specific ways to eat curd, like when you should eat it or not at all, depending on other food you might be having. Ugh, I just don’t get it! Sometimes I feel bloated after eating it, and I wonder if I'm doing it wrong? Also, are there any particular combinations I should avoid? I wish there was a simple guide or something. Can someone please help me figure out how to eat curd properly to get the most out of it?
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