Make Buttermilk part of your diet this summer
A glass full of buttermilk is traditionally counted as a blessing for our digestive system. It is an amazingly refreshing drink best suited to satisfy the thirst in the scorching heat of the summer season. Traditionally buttermilk is the liquid that remains after churning the curd. Buttermilk finds its place in many Indian delicacies.
How can buttermilk be consumed?
- Lassi
Lassi is North India’s most picked sweet drink. Although it is made from curd, lassi made from buttermilk tastes equally delicious. Buttermilk teamed up with sugar and rose flavor. All together churned turns into an appetizing drink that can replace the evening tea. Sweet buttermilk is helpful in case of aggravation of pitta.
- Raita
Summers can be made sizzling cool by adding buttermilk boondi raita. For all those people who do not wish to go for heavy appetite in summers, buttermilk raita can fulfill their hunger need and yet make them feel light on the tummy.
- Kadhi
Buttermilk gives a smooth texture and tangy taste to the kadhi. Buttermilk kadhi. This kadhi recipe is extremely light on the stomach and a perfect match for people who do not want to fill themselves with greasy curries in the summers.
What are the health benefits of buttermilk?
- Prevents dehydration
Buttermilk is considered to be a perfect remedy in dysentery. Having a glass full of buttermilk in summer may help to fight all these problems related to dehydration.
2. Improves Digestion
Buttermilk stimulated the power of the digestion process. The buttermilk which is free from ghee is easy for digestion. Consuming buttermilk daily after a meal helps to fight indigestion issues.
3. Curbs Acidity and vatta
A glass full of buttermilk combined with dry ginger and rock salt helps in the aggravation of vatta. Sipping small amounts of buttermilk helps to get relief in case of acidity. Also, the feeling of heartburn can be minimized by the consumption of buttermilk.
4. Helper for tooth health
Buttermilk is rich in various vitamins and calcium and helps keep the tooth health intact. It can be given to younger ones also.
So this summer, include this magical drink and do away with those packaged drinks. The sizzling and flavorsome buttermilk can soothe the tummy and make your summer evenings great fun.
