Paneer Digestion Time - #3291
I’ve been trying to include more protein in my diet, and paneer has become one of my go-to options. It’s tasty, easy to cook, and fits well into a lot of meals. But lately, I’ve noticed that after eating paneer, I often feel heavy and sometimes even bloated. It got me wondering—what is the actual paneer digestion time, and could it be causing these issues? Here’s my typical routine I usually have paneer as part of my dinner, either in a curry or lightly grilled, with some chapati or rice. I feel fine while eating, but about an hour later, I start feeling like my stomach is weighed down. I’m curious if this is related to how long paneer takes to digest and whether eating it at night makes a difference. From what I’ve read, paneer is a dairy product and might take longer to digest than other proteins, especially if it’s eaten with heavy or oily foods. Is that true? Does the cooking method—like frying versus grilling—affect the paneer digestion time? I’m also wondering if paneer is harder to digest for some people. I don’t have any known dairy allergies, but could sensitivity to dairy make digestion slower? Are there signs to look out for that might indicate that my body isn’t processing paneer well? Lastly, are there Ayurvedic recommendations about when to eat paneer or what to pair it with to make it easier to digest? Should I avoid eating it at night altogether, or can I reduce the heaviness by combining it with certain spices or other foods?
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