1. It boosts your digestion system and works best for stomach upsets, indigestion, bloating, etc.
2. High in calcium and protein, beneficial for those who are lactose intolerant and can’t take in milk.
3. The best cure for a hangover – Drink responsibly, but if you have side-effects occasionally, curd could be a big help.
4. It works as an energy booster. It also hydrates your body and works as an antioxidant.
5. Great for hair and skin – You can apply it directly, but consuming a cup a day shows results too.
6. The best form of fat – curd has the same nutritional value as milk.
7. Stress buster and mood lifter – Curd is a great mood lifter. Flavored yogurt especially helps deal with lows.
8. Increases immunity and defense mechanisms of the body.
9. Improves the absorption of vitamins and minerals from other foods in your body.
10. Best comfort food for all seasons!
11. It minimizes the risk of high blood pressure and helps reduce cholesterol levels by preventing the thickening of carotid arteries.
12. Some people, who cannot consume milk because they are lactose intolerant, can safely consume curd. You do not lose out on the nutritional boost that milk provides.
13. All dairy products are good for your bones, and curd is no different. If you want to avoid painful diseases like osteoporosis and arthritis in the future.
14. New research has confirmed that eating 18 ounces of curd daily helps to reduce belly fat as a greater amount of calcium allows the fats cells to release a lesser amount of cortisol thus helps to weight loss.
15. If one has sexual inadequacy or feeling the condition like sexual impotency, the curd will give an added zeal and enthusiasm. Feeling such sexual problems, one has to take curd along with sugar just before meals.
16. Curd is an effective remedy for a person suffering from Piles and Diarrhea. In these cases, one should take curd with ginger and rice.
17. Curd along with a little quantity of sugar and salt acts as an appetizer.
18. Cow milk curd is better than curd made of buffalo milk.
19. Curd is packed with micronutrients with vitamins and minerals like B12, Calcium, Magnesium, and   Zinc.
20. Curd improves hunger since it is excellent appetite-building food.
21. It is helpful in bleeding disorders.
22. Curd is great for women, it helps to reduce vaginal infection.
23. Yogurt is rich in lactase which helps in giving good health to the intestines.
24. Curd is anti-aging.
25. Curd is useful in treating Insomnia.
26. Beneficial in lowering levels of Plaque and Gingivitis.
27. It helps to lower hypertension and prevents cardiovascular diseases.

Plain low-fat yogurt isn’t necessarily appealing to everyone, but you can take this nutritious yogurt and add other foods to it to improve the flavor and the nutrient content. Consider adding fruit to give it more sweetness, and nuts to add some crunch while increasing the protein and healthy unsaturated fats. Both fruit and nuts contain essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Another way to make yogurt more filling is to mix in some high-fiber, low-sugar cereal.

Avoid Curd at Night :

1. Curd has a tendency to block body channels
2. Eating curd at night should be avoided as one has to sleep after dinner
3. The digestion process continues at a very slow pace during sleep. The chances of Strotas ( Body channels ) getting blocked increases.
4. Patients with Asthma, Cough, Cold, and Arthritis must not eat curd even during the day.

Curd-side effect and prevention ;

1. Being oily in nature, it subdues the Vata Dosha but increases Kaff, Vatta, and Pitta Dosha.
2. Eating of Sour curd should be avoided as it irritates the throat and causes common cold and headache.
3. Arthritis patients should avoid curd as it may add pains to your joints.
4. Curd should not be consumed alone. Substances like sugar, jaggery, rock salt and should always be added to it.

Curd is an all-in-one natural beauty product on earth. There are many benefits of using curd for skin and hair.

Top beauty benefits of curd:-

1. It is a wonderful source of lactic acid and it removes the dead skin cells effectively.

2. It acts as a deep cleanser and even cleans the pores.

3. The Bifidobacterium, a kind of bacteria contained in curd makes it very responsive to oxygen, reacts with oxygen in the air, and instantly produces hydrogen peroxide naturally. This improves skin complexion.

4. Removes suntan

5. Acts as an astringent

6. Removes blemishes on regular usage

7. Curd also acts as a catalyst and when it is mixed with other face packs, it activates the ingredients and makes the skin absorb them well.

8. It is rich in B-complex and pampers your skin when applied.

9. It is a natural face wash with moisturizer.

10. Cures and prevents acne.

11. Get softer and Radiant face skin.

12. Prevents premature wrinkles.

13. Removes Dark spots.

14. Minimizes Blemishes.

15. Get rids of Acne naturally.

16. Natural hair conditioner.

17. Homemade face mask.

18. Promotes thick and healthy hair.

19. Removes dead skin cells effectively.

20. Moisturizes dry skin.

Homemade face pack using Curd –

Curd, Honey face pack – 

• This pack is a natural moisturizer. You can safely replace your moisturizer with this pack or use this for extra moisturizing in a natural way. This pack is also known to improve skin color.
• It also acts as a cleanser and toner.
• Add 1 tablespoon honey to 1 tablespoon curd.
• Mix well and apply this paste to the face and neck.
• Wash with cold water, wipe and find a smooth glowing skin.

Curd, Olive oil face pack – 

• This is the best anti-aging face pack. It effectively cures and prevents the fine lines, wrinkles, and dryness on the face and prevents premature aging.
• Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to 3-4 tablespoons curd.
• Mix well and apply a coat on the face and neck.
• Wash with cold water after 15 minutes.
• Results are best when you use them regularly.

Curd, Orange peel powder face pack – 

• Orange peel powder has a nature of improving skin complexion. It works best when mixed with curd. The combination helps you to remove tan, improve skin texture, and complexion. It makes the skin glow on regular usage.
• Take 5 tablespoons of orange peel powder.
• Add enough quantity of curd to make a smooth paste.
• Apply all over the face and leave it for at least 15-20 minutes or until it dries.
• Apply a little oil to palms and gently rub the face in circular motions before washing.
• This exfoliates the skin. Wash with cold water.
• Apply this pack every alternate day for better results.

Curd, gram flour face pack – 

• This face pack reduces the sebum and deep cleans the pores. It also nurtures the skin and gives a glow.
•  Add 3-4 tablespoon of gram flour to a bowl.
• Add sufficient curd, about 3-4 tablespoons to make a smooth paste.
• Mix well and apply this paste to the face and neck.
•  Let it dry slightly or leave for at least 15-20 minutes.
•  Regular application will vanish the acne and blemishes on the face. It gives you flawless skin.

Curd, Almond face pack – 

• It’s the best anti-aging face pack and also the best moisturizer.
• Take a hand full of almonds and make it into powder by running in a blender.
• Don’t run the mixer at high speed.
• This powder can be stored in an airtight jar in a refrigerator.
• Take 2-3 tablespoons of this powder in a bowl and add 2 tablespoons of curd.
•  Mix well and apply on face and neck. Leave it for at least 15 minutes and rub gently.
• Wash with cold water.

It is also important to mention that a cup of warm milk at night can have an impact on the following day. Actually, it may help you wake up revitalized and full of energy. There is no doubt that milk will give
you energy and help you start your day in a good mood. You will stay active the entire day and you will not be tired. Another interesting and important benefit of drinking milk at night is weight loss.

If you are overweight, it is recommended to drink non-fat or low-fat milk. Of course, you should be
careful with the amount of milk you are taking. It is enough to drink only a cup of warm milk before going to bed. It will provide you with all nutrients and it will reduce your appetite. This way you will not have the need to eat anything more and milk will help you burn calories much faster. But, you should have in mind that you can drink only pure milk if you want to lose weight. It means that you should not add sugar, honey, or any other sweetener.

As per the dietary guidelines for Indians, three portions of milk and milk products, with each portion being of 100 gm, is to be included in the balanced diet of adult men and women. For pregnant and lactating women, it is five portions per day.

Comparing Cow’s milk with plan based beverages like Soy milk, Rice, Almond, and coconut researchers have concluded that there is no alternative to Cow’s milk.

Cow’s milk is most widely consumed by humans. The milk of other animals such as buffaloes, goats, llamas, camels, deer, sheep, and water buffaloes is also consumed by people around the world.

Types of Milk

Experts suggest individuals choose their milk depending on their body requirement, as there is something for everyone.

• Raw milk (not recommended for drinking)
• Pasteurized milk (heat-treated)
• Full cream milk (4% fat)
• Reduced-fat milk (2% fat)
• Skimmed milk (0.15% fat)
• Flavored milk (with added sugars)
• Calcium enriched milk (500mg calcium in 250ml glass)
• Lactose-free milk (for lactose intolerant people)

Health benefits of Milk :

1. Keeps Bones Healthy.
2. Helps in weight loss.
3. Beats stress.
4. Builds muscle.
5. Healthy Body.
6. Controls Hunger Pangs.
7. Milk is a flavored treat.
8. Perfect Post work-out Drink.
9. Natural source of protein.
10. Best Source of calcium.
11. Energy Booster.
12. Acts as a food supplement.
13. Aids Good Sleep.
14. Soothes the bad throat.
15. Improves hydration.
16.  Improves complexion.
17. Excellent Cleanser.
18. Shrinks Pores.
19. Milk for radiant skin.
20. Removes dead cells.
21. Smoothen fine lines and wrinkles.
22. Treatment of Sunburns.
23. Good Moisturizer.
24. Treatment of dry and rough hair.
25. Milk as a conditioner.
26. Milk for Shiny hair.

Raw Milk for Skin and Body :

How To Make Skin Toning Raw Milk Face Mask?

1. Add a few drops of lemon juice to raw milk and mix well.
2. Add rose water if you have a dry skin type.
3. Apply on face and neck, and leave to dry for 15 minutes.
4. Wash with lukewarm water if the skin is oily and with normal tap water if the skin is dry.

Moisturizer : One of the most effective raw milk benefits is moisturization. This is not exactly a secret benefit of raw milk. Raw milk nourishes deeper skin layers and offers conditioning and moisturization from inside.

Skin Cleanser : It is so wonderful to realize that a little juggling between ingredients makes a single product a good toner, moisturizer as well as a cleanser. Raw milk offers unmatched skin cleansing, as it deeply cleans the pores of excessive oil, sebum, dirt, and even blackheads.

Anti Tanning Agent : Raw milk is an ultimate anti-tan agent. It can be used alongside tomato juice to make an amazing anti-tan face pack. This natural ingredient offers freedom from the complete body tan.

Fairness Agent : Raw milk tones the skin in a gentle way. It is an unbeaten fairness agent that keeps a check on the secretion of tyrosine in human skin. Tyrosine is the melanin controlling hormone that can lead to skin darkening.

Anti Acne Agent : Raw milk is an acne-fighting agent. It removes excess oil and also keeps a check on skin dryness. This naturally keeps acne under control.

Anti-Aging Agent : This amazing toner is also a natural foe to premature aging. You can mix raw milk with mashed banana to make an effective anti-aging face mask. It reduces the appearance of sunspots, fine lines, peeled skin, and wrinkles.

Adds Glow : Raw milk adds a never-ending glow to the face when used with sugar particles. It improves the complexion and reverses the visible signs of dryness.

Natural Sunscreen : Mix raw milk with curd and apply evenly on the face 30 minutes before and after you step out in the sun. It makes an amazing protective sheath around your skin.

Comfort bath : Fill the bathtub with water, and add 1-2 liters of raw milk, a few rose petals and a few tablespoons of lemon juice to it to get the ‘Cleopatra Bath’ right in the comfort of your home!