Curd vs Yoghurt: What’s the difference?
Curd vs Yoghurt: What’s the difference?
“Almost all our health concerns can be traced back to our belly. Ensure a healthy gut and the rest will take care of itself.”Behzad Azargoshasb
Curd and yoghurt: the two terms have often been considered to be synonymous
However, you will be surprised to know that they are in fact, different from each other.
Curd
Curd or dahi is a dairy product which is made by curdling milk with an edible acidic substance like lemon juice, vinegar and even curd itself
All you need to do is add a spoonful of curd or a few drops of lemon juice or tsp of vinegar in warm milk, and let it stay
It takes around 6 to 8 hours for the milk to turn into curd
Yoghurt,
Yoghurt, on the other hand, is created by the bacterial fermentation of milk.
To make yoghurt, a yoghurt culture consisting of Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophiles is used
Let’s find out which of the two is healthier and which one of them is better for weight loss.
Curd is an essential part of the Indian diet.
It is a rich source of calcium,Iron, potassium and vitamin B6. may options for lactose-intolerant people.
Curd is natural food itis varies from house to house since it does not contain the standard amount of live bacteria and curd cannot be considered a probiotic.
Yoghurt contains Lactobacillus bacterium i.e. Lactic acid
Yoghurt is a dairy product created by fermenting milk using bacteria
The bacterium that is then used into ferment milk is known as yoghurt culture
This bacterium ferments lactose in milk, thus resulting in the production of lactic acid, which gives the yoghurt a tangy and acidic taste
Yoghurt contains live strains of both Lactobacillus Bulgaris bacterium and streptococcus thermophilus
Yoghurt is an industrial product and could be flavoured
yoghurt contains pantothenic acid or Vitamin B5, protein, potassium and molybdenum
Protein content in yoghurt makes it weight loss-friendly
Potassium content in yoghurt makes it a good option for those with high blood pressure
Yoghurt contains probiotics that provide the gut with healthy bacteria
facilitating healthy gut flora
A healthy gut means great overall health and an improved digestion system
Yoghurt is high in probiotics that can help a person live longer
People who have an allergy to dairy products are advised to consume yoghurt as it does not produce the allergy that is caused by lactose
Curd can also help in improving digestion
Nutrients in curd can be easily absorbed into the digestive system
Studies has shown that curd can help in curing peptic ulcers
Good bacteria in curd might be beneficial for the immune system
Curd is a rich source of phosphorus and calcium Including it in your daily diet can be beneficial for your teeth and bones
Curd can be used for skin care and hair care
Curd is also good for your hair and can help in reducing dandruff, thanks to the antibacterial properties of lactic acid
All you need to do is whip some curd in a bowl and apply it to your hair like a hair mask
Homemade curd, especially one which is prepared with full cream milk may not be as beneficial for weight loss as compared to yoghurt
CONCLUSION
In the battle of curd VS yoghurt, both are the winners. Our body requires or needs the nutrients present in dairy products for the holistic development of the system.
The presence of live bacteria in both yoghurt and curd makes for a win-win situation.
Apart from that, if you are lactose intolerant and also are strictly into weight loss then you can choose unflavoured greek yoghurt over the curd,
therwise, both these probiotic foods should be included in a balanced diet
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