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Can I Eat Paneer And Egg Together
Nutrition
Question #5077
158 days ago
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Can I Eat Paneer And Egg Together - #5077

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I’ve been experimenting with Ayurveda, and one question keeps coming up: can I eat paneer and egg together? I know Ayurveda has a lot of rules about food combinations, but I’m not sure if this is one of them. I sometimes eat both in the same meal, like paneer bhurji with a boiled egg on the side, but now I’m wondering if that’s bad for digestion. Do paneer and egg together cause problems like bloating or toxins in the body? I haven’t noticed major issues, but I do feel a little heavy after meals sometimes. Could this combination be the reason? Also, does the preparation method matter? For example, if the paneer is cooked in a curry and the egg is scrambled, would that be easier to digest? Or is it just about avoiding the combo entirely? If anyone has insights on eating paneer and egg together, I’d love to hear your thoughts. Are there other food combinations to avoid while following Ayurvedic principles?

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157 days ago
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In Ayurveda, combining paneer and eggs may not be ideal due to the differing qualities of dairy and animal proteins, which can strain digestion and lead to the formation of toxins (ama). Dairy like paneer is considered cooling and nourishing, while eggs are warming and dense, potentially causing digestive imbalance if consumed together. Though this combination doesn't strictly cause harm for everyone, those with Vata or sensitive digestion might experience heaviness, bloating, or sluggish digestion. Cooking methods like curries or scrambling may aid digestion, but Ayurveda typically recommends simpler pairings, such as paneer with vegetables or eggs with rice, for easier digestion. It's essential to listen to your body and observe how it responds to different food combinations to find what works best for you.
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In Ayurveda, paneer and egg are considered conflicting proteins and can be difficult to digest when combined, potentially leading to heaviness, bloating, or toxins. The preparation method doesn't significantly change this. It's generally recommended to avoid such combinations for better digestion. Instead, try having them in separate meals. Ayurveda also advises against combining milk with sour or salty foods and meat with dairy.

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