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Question #4269
103 days ago
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Can I Eat Chicken And Curd Together - #4269

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I’ve always loved experimenting with food, and I recently came across a recipe that combines chicken and curd in a marinade. It tasted amazing, but later I started wondering, can I eat chicken and curd together from an Ayurvedic perspective? I’ve heard that some food combinations can cause imbalances, and I want to make sure I’m not unknowingly harming my digestion or overall health. After eating chicken and curd together, I didn’t feel unwell right away, but I noticed some bloating and mild discomfort later in the evening. Could this be related to the combination? Does Ayurveda suggest avoiding mixing chicken and curd because of how they affect the doshas or digestion? I’ve read somewhere that chicken is considered heating (pitta-inducing), while curd is cooling, which might create a conflict in the digestive process. Another concern is about long-term effects. If I continue eating chicken and curd together, could it lead to issues like toxins building up in the body or a weakened digestive fire (agni)? I’ve also heard that incompatible foods (viruddha ahara) can sometimes lead to skin problems or other health issues. Does this combination fall under that category? I also wonder if the preparation method matters. For example, if the curd is cooked along with the chicken, does that reduce any potential negative effects? Or is it better to eat them at separate times, like having chicken for lunch and curd later in the day? Lastly, if eating chicken and curd together is not ideal, are there any Ayurvedic remedies to offset the impact? Should I drink herbal teas, take specific spices like ginger or fennel, or make other dietary adjustments afterward?

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Dr Sujal Patil
Experience of 14 years in clinical and research field of Ayurveda. I am a Science based evidence based Ayurveda practitioner and incorporate accurate diet regimen and minimal medication in my practice with faster results sans no side effects.
103 days ago
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In Ayurveda, mixing chicken and curd is generally considered an incompatible food combination (viruddha ahara), especially when consumed together. Here's why: Dosha Imbalance: Chicken is heating (pitta-inducing), while curd is cooling (kapha-promoting), which can cause a clash in digestion. This imbalance may lead to digestive discomfort, bloating, or gas, as you’ve experienced. Agni (Digestive Fire): Consuming incompatible foods like chicken and curd can weaken your agni, the digestive fire, leading to improper digestion, and potentially the buildup of ama (toxins). Skin and Health Issues: Over time, such combinations may contribute to imbalances in the body, possibly affecting skin health or other systems. Solutions: Separate Meals: It’s better to eat chicken and curd at different times of the day (e.g., chicken for lunch, curd later as a snack or dinner). Cooking: Cooking the curd with the chicken may reduce the negative impact but still may not be ideal. Herbal Remedies: After consuming such a combination, you can improve digestion by drinking herbal teas like ginger or fennel tea, which help balance digestive fire and reduce bloating. In summary, while the combination may not cause immediate harm for everyone, Ayurveda suggests it’s best to avoid pairing chicken and curd together for better digestion and long-term health.
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