Yogurt also known as yoghurt is a dairy product prepared from the bacterial fermentation of milk.Lactobacillus,a helpful class of bacteria ferments milk into yogurt and aids in the digestive process of the body.
Nutrients Facts:
Yogurt is considered as a super food because it is packed with calcium,protein and active good bacteria which helps to keep the gut healthy.
Nutrients Values
water 83.56
Energy 73
Protein 9.95
Total Lipid 1.92
Carbohydrates 3.94
Fiber 0
Sugars 3.56
Calcium 115
Iron 0.04
Magnesium 11
Phosphorus 137
Potassium 141
Sodium 34
Zinc 0.6
Vitamin C 0.8
Thiamine 0.04
Riboflavin 0.23
Niacin 0.2
Vitamin B-6 0.06
Vitamin B-12 0.52
Vitamin D 0
Fatty acids 1.23
Cholesterol 10
Health benefits of yogurt:
1.Improves digestion:
Due to the presence of active bacterial strains in yogurt it is easily digestible.It helps in alleviating constipation,diarrhea,inflammatory bowel disease.
2.Protects bone health:
Being a milk producer yogurt consists of large doses of calcium,potassium,magnesium and has an anti inflammatory effect in the body.Calcium and magnesium are essential for maintaining bone and dental health.
3.Weight management:
Yogurt augments fat loss and reduces central adiposity during energy restriction.It helps you fell full and consequently helps you avoid overeating.This not oinly helps to keep the weight in control but also reduces belly fat.
4.Enhances brain function:
Being a rich source of probiotics it enhances mood and cognitive function.The rich source of potassium present in curds is essential for nerve health and maintains the fluid balance in the body.
5.Treats asthma:
With its anti-inflammatory properties yogurt can help relieve the symptoms of asthma.
6.Prevents anaemia:
The protein content in yogurt has been found to be higher than that of milk.It is also known to be more easily digestible than milk due to the partial breakdown of proteins,such as casein by the fermenting bacteria.
7.Skin and hair care:
Yogurt helps to cure acne,kin rashes and give s a healthy glow by reducing dark circles and closing pores.It is also beneficial for hair,as it soothes the itchy scalp and treats dandruff.
Side effects of yogurt:
Yogurt is bad for you if you are suffering from any of the conditions:
1.Lactose intolerance: Lactose intolerance means a condition in which a person lacks the enzyme lactose needed to break down lactose. Consuming yogurt in such conditions may result in diarrhoea, abdominal pain.
2.Milk allergy: People who are allergic to milk are actually to casein and whey ,types of protein present in milk. Consuming milk will result in hives, swelling etc.
3.Diabetes: Excess sugars intake may be harmful to diabetics and those suffering from obesity. Yogurts found in supermarkets usually have added sugars.
Fun facts of yogurt:
1.Lactobacillus bacteria is also known as yogurt culture ,pro biotic,good bacteria and it is good for overall health and wellness.
2.February 6th is National Frozen yogurt day.
3.Americans consume more than 300,000 tons of yogurt each year.
How to buy and store yogurt?
1.Before you buy yogurt,check the best before date on the package and choose the product with the furthest date.
2.Refrigerate yogurt immediately after you buy it and store it one of the colder shelves rather than in the door.
3.Don’t consume yogurt after the best before date.
North Indian Dish:
Crispy potato vegetable in mint coriander curd gravy recipe:
Ingredients:
1.2 1/2 cups boiled baby potatoes halves
2.Oil for deep frying
3.1/2 cup chopped coriander
4.2 tbsp mint leaves
5.1 tsp cumin seeds
6.2 tsp lemon juice
7.1 tbsp roughly chopped garlic
8.1 tsp roughly chopped ginger
9.1 tsp chilli powder
10.1 tbsp oil
11.1/2 cup finely chopped onions
12.1/2 whisked curds
13.1/2 tsp garam masala
14.Salt to taste
15.1 tbsp fresh cream
Method:
1.Heat the oil in a pan and deep fry the potatoes till they turn golden brown in color from both the sides.
2.Heat the oil in a pan,add the onions and saute on a medium flame for about 1 minute
3.Add the prepared mint-coriander paste and 2 tbsp of water and mix well.Cook on a medium flame for about 2 minutes .
4.Add the whisked curds,garam masala,salt and mix well.Cook on slow flame for about 1 minute.
5.Add the deep fried potatoes and fresh cream and mix gently.Cook on a medium flame for about 2 minutes.
6.Serve immediately.
Nutrients Values:
Nutrients Values
Energy 58 calories
Protein 1 g
Carbohydrates 2.6g
Fiber 0.2g
Fat 4.4g
Cholesterol 0mg
South Indian Dish:
Cucumber curd rice
Ingredients:
1.1cup steamed rice cooled
2.1 cup curds
3.1/2 cup cucumber,washed and chopped
4.1 cup grated carrot
5.1/4 cup chopped coriander
6.Salt to taste
7.1 tsp cumin seeds
8.1 to 2 green chillies
9.1 tbsp urad dal
10.1/2 tsp asafoetida
11.4 to 6 curry leaves
12.1 tbsp oil
Method:
1.In a large bowl,combine the rice,curds,cucumber,carrots,coriander,rice and salt.Mix well.
2.In another pan heat the oil and add the cumin seeds
3.When they crackle,add the urad dal,green chillies,asafoetida,curry leaves and saute for about 1minute.
4.Pour the tempering over the rice and mix well.
5.Serve chilled.
Nutrients Values:
Nutrients Values
Energy 254 calories
Protein 5.9g
Carbohydrates 38.4g
Fiber 3.4g
Fat 7.3g
Cholesterol 8 mg
Sodium 23.8mg
