Importance of Dahi for Health.

We know tasty dahi is super yummy and offers numerous health benefits. But, did you know that tasty dahi can also help you lose weight and have that extremely desirable flat abs? Well, this is exactly what researchers have discovered at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

The findings of the research

In the research, a select group was put on a weight loss diet. When researchers analyzed data gathered over a period of time, it was found that people who regularly ate around 500 grams of organic curd every day lost nearly 22 percent more weight as compared to those who did not eat organic curd. What was even more interesting was that people who ate organic curd lost 81 percent more belly fat, as compared to the no-curd group. Also, people who ate organic curd retained around 33 percent more lean muscle mass during the weight loss program. It is widely known that lean muscle mass burns calories, which helps maintain a healthy weight. Researchers believe that one of the reasons why organic curd helps in weight loss is that the calcium in curd helps eliminate cortisol from the system. Cortisol is a stress hormone that signals fat cells to accumulate more fat in the body. When curd eliminates the cortisol, it makes it easier to lose weight.

Satiating feel

Tasty dahi gives a satiating feel since it is loaded with fats, proteins, vitamins and minerals. Regular intake of tasty dahi will ensure a consistent supply of essential nutrients such as zinc, potassium, iodine, phosphorus, riboflavin, and vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid). What these nutrients do is that they provide a feeling of fullness, which in turn helps to keep away cravings for junk food during a weight loss program. When junk foods are eliminated, one is more likely to eat healthy foods, resulting in increased weight loss and improved overall health and wellness.

Post-workout recovery

Organic curd has proteins and carbohydrates in the right proportion, which makes it an excellent post workout snack. In most weight loss programs, one is expected to take part in some type of exercise regimen. People usually face problems post exercise since they are already cutting down calories, as required by their weight loss program. Post-workout is the time when people tend to disregard the rules and go for calorie rich foods. Organic curd works as a great alternative in such circumstances and helps people fulfill their cravings in a healthier way.

With so many benefits, we would recommend you include tasty dahi in your diet, especially if you have started working towards having that alluring six-pack abs.

How to jazz up your tasty dahi

Tasty dahi is a great treat and comes with loads of healthy nutrients such as calcium, minerals, essential fats and proteins. You may love to gorge on tasty dahi, having become addicted to its creamy, wholesome goodness, especially when your dahi is made from the best full cream milk. However, since monotony can sometimes disturb your taste, let’s see how you can jazz up your dahi from time to time, so that you can forever enjoy the wonders of tasty dahi. 

 Fruit punch - Take a bowl of dahi, preferably made from the best full cream milk, and add bite size pieces of fresh fruits such as strawberry, blackberry, cranberry, raspberry, grapes, pineapple, etc. Mix it a bit and your tasty dahi fruit punch is ready to be served. The fruits selected here are rich in Vitamin C and several other micronutrients, which will quickly energize your mind and body. These fruits have a tangy taste, so make sure your dahi is fresh and has not gone sour.

Banana magic - Add some ripened banana to your tasty dahi, and you will have a super coolant that will cool you down without having to power up an air conditioner. You can also make a super tasting smoothie by blending the ingredients in a mixer. This banana-dahi recipe is great for your digestive health. Research studies have shown that banana contains a natural substance called inulin, which supports the growth of good bacteria in your gut. This in turn improves digestion and absorption of nutrients in your body.

Go nuts – Add ample quantities of shredded nuts to your dahi and you will instantly have one of the most nutritious and tasty snacks. The type of nuts you choose will depend on your specific tastes and preferences. Nuts generally used for this recipe include almonds, cashew nuts, pistachios, and walnut. You can also add some raisins or some honey along with the nuts, if you want your snack to be a bit sweeter. Nuts are loaded with minerals, healthy fats and proteins, so the health benefits are enormous.

You can try and prepare your own meals with tasty dahi. Experiment a bit to create new tastes and flavors to make your dahi super exciting and nutritious.