CURD: A SEDATIVE WITH A BONUS BOWL OF USEFUL SIDE EFFECTS 

Journal Title: International Research Journal of Pharmacy (IRJP) - Year 2014, Vol 5, Issue 3

Abstract

A daily bowl of fresh curd/yogurt helps in preventing numerous diseases. Curd/yoghurt may be viewed as a natural healing food supplement. It has a perfect balance of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, minerals and vitamins. It is like a benediction from our ancestors. Curd as such is easy to digest but, when combined with sugar, pepper, vegetables and/or fruits make a delicious dish. Curd has been designated as functional food, which boosts natural as well as acquired immunity and improves stamina. It offers beneficial and healthy micro flora to the alimentary canal through diet being the richest source of probiotics without any risk of adverse effects. It is used for treating various illnesses like allergy, urinogenital infections, HIV, cancer, Helicobacter pylori infection, liver disease, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), pancreatitis, diabetes, insomnia and hypercholesterolemia. In addition to this, curd enhances the life span of a person and prevents premature ageing. Moreover, it promotes the secretion of hormones and helps the kidneys in detoxification of blood. Curd makes a favorite dish liked equally by the young as well as elderly members of the family, because of its easy availability and ample of health benefits. In a candid way, we can say that consume curd/yogurt regularly and forget illness for whole life.  

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Milind Parle , Jyoti Malik

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  • EP ID EP93989
  • DOI 10.7897/2230-8407.050328
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Milind Parle, Jyoti Malik (2014). CURD: A SEDATIVE WITH A BONUS BOWL OF USEFUL SIDE EFFECTS . International Research Journal of Pharmacy (IRJP), 5(3), 131-135. https://www.europub.co.uk/articles/-A-93989