In the realm of Ayurveda, combining certain foods requires careful consideration, as different combinations can affect your doshas and digestive process. Using ghee and curd together isn’t traditionally recommended due to their differing effects on the digestive fire (agni) and doshas.
Ghee, as a clarified butter, is considered sattvic and warming— it helps pacify Vata and Pitta doshas while supporting digestion without overstimulating the system. Meanwhile, curd is predominately Kapha-increasing and sour, having a cooling quality. When these are combined, the contradictory actions may mitigate their respective benefits and potentially create digestive issues as you’ve described.
The bloating and uneasiness might stem from this unusual combo. Instead, aim to use ghee and curd in separate meals or even different times of the day. For instance, you might drizzle ghee on your warm, spiced kitchari to enhance its satiety and digestive quality and consume curd with lunch, perhaps in the form of buttermilk (takra) with cumin or asafoetida to aid digestion without overpowering your agni.
Observe how you feel with these adjustments. Listen to your body’s signals — if certain combinations leave you feeling off, it’s wise to separate them. Should digestion issues persist, it may be worthwhile listening to your prakriti and considering other dietary modifications or consulting with an Ayurvedic practitioner to optimize your diet for balance and ease. Keeping dosha-friendly food pairing is crucial to maintaining a harmonious ayurvedic journey.
