Can We Eat Curd And Bitter Gourd Together - #3639

I’ve been trying to eat healthier lately and experimenting with different combinations of foods. Recently, I started including bitter gourd in my meals because I’ve read it’s great for controlling blood sugar and improving digestion. I usually sauté it or make a light curry, and I like pairing it with curd to balance out the bitterness. But now I’m wondering—can we eat curd and bitter gourd together, or is this a bad combination according to Ayurveda? I haven’t had any noticeable issues so far, but I’ve heard that some food combinations can create toxins or disrupt digestion. Does eating curd and bitter gourd together cause any long-term problems, or is it safe in moderation? I usually eat them for lunch, and I’ve noticed my stomach feels a little heavy afterward, but I’m not sure if it’s because of this combination or something else in my diet. I also read somewhere that curd is considered heavy and cooling, while bitter gourd is slightly heating. Does this mean they clash in terms of their Ayurvedic properties? If so, are there ways to prepare them differently to reduce any negative effects? For example, would adding spices like cumin or ginger help balance this combination? Another question I have is about the timing. Does it matter when you eat curd and bitter gourd together? Is it better to have them earlier in the day rather than at night, or does that not make a difference? I usually avoid curd at night because I’ve heard it’s not good for digestion, but I’m not sure if the same rule applies when paired with bitter gourd. Lastly, if this is a problematic combination, are there alternative ways to enjoy both curd and bitter gourd without having them together? Should I space them out in my meals, or avoid one entirely? I really like how they taste together, so I hope there’s a way to keep this as part of my diet without compromising my health.