Is Curd Good For Pitta Dosha - #6126
I’ve been trying to balance my Pitta dosha, and one thing I can’t figure out is is curd good for Pitta dosha. I eat curd almost every day, especially in the summer, because it’s cooling and helps with digestion (or at least I thought it did). But recently, someone told me that curd might not be the best for Pitta. Now I’m confused. I’ve always believed curd is cooling, but Ayurveda seems to look at it differently. Is curd good for Pitta dosha, or can it actually aggravate it? I’ve noticed that after eating curd, especially plain curd, I sometimes feel bloated or heavy, and my skin even flares up occasionally. Could this be a sign that curd is increasing my Pitta instead of calming it? Does it matter how you eat curd? For example, if I mix it with spices like cumin or coriander, does that make it better for Pitta? Or does it depend on the time of day? I usually eat curd with lunch, but I’ve heard that Ayurveda suggests avoiding curd at night. Lastly, if curd isn’t good for Pitta, what are the alternatives? I’ve read that buttermilk is better, but I’m not sure how to prepare it properly or how much to drink. I’d love to know more about the dos and don’ts of eating curd for Pitta types.
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