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can we eat curd on empty stomach - #25195

Gabriel

I am really curious about something that's been bugging me lately. A few weeks ago, I decided to try a new morning routine, and for breakfast, I've been eating curd every day right after I wake up! I heard this is super healthy, but then I came across something saying we shouldn’t eat curd on empty stomach. Like, can we eat curd on empty stomach or not? I'm confused! Sometimes I experience bloating after eating it, and I’m wondering if that’s normal or a sign that my body isn't handling the curd well in the morning. I mean, I love curd, it’s refreshing, right? But I also don’t wanna mess up my digestion or anything. A friend said, "Oh, you shouldn’t eat curd on empty stomach," and that just left me scratching my head. If we can eat curd on empty stomach, are there specific kinds or tips for making it work better? Like, maybe mixing it with something? Would really appreciate some insights!

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Eating curd on an empty stomach isn't always recommended from an Ayurvedic perspective. According to Ayurveda, curd has sour and heating qualities, and these can sometimes be too intense for consumption first thing in the morning, especially if you're experiencing bloating. It's possible that your body's agni or digestive fire isn't quite ready to digest curd after waking up when still empty. Bloating can indeed be a sign that the body is struggling with digesting the curd properly right after you've woken up. Your friend might be right, since curd, being heavy to digest, might not suit everyone's digestive system early in the morning. Each person's digestive capacity—or agni—is different, and this requires careful consideration of one's specific dosha or constitution. For instance, if your dominant dosha is Kapha, it's preferred to avoid curd in the morning because it may increase kapha's heavy, cool, and damp qualities. Alternatively, if you're more dominant in Pitta or Vata, you may find curd a bit easier to digest in small quantities, but it still may not be ideal first thing in the day. Here are some tips if you still want to include curd in your breakfast: 1. Consider consuming it a bit later in the morning, closer to mid-morning, when your digestive fire is more active. 2. Blend curd with a pinch of ginger or black pepper; this can aid digestion and balance the natural propensity for curd to increase Kapha and Bloated feeling. 3. You could try mixing curd with honey or fresh fruits such as bananas, which are more balancing and easier on digestion. 4. Try incorporating curd into a smoothie or mixed with water and spices to create a buttermilk, which is lighter and assists in digestion. Overall, listen to your body's reactions. If you frequently experience discomfort, it might be best to either adjust how you're consuming curd or to seek alternatives that are lighter to digest during the mornings. Remember to consider the time and your unique constitution when determining the best dietary choices.
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