This is why you should avoid combining lemon and curd
There’s no denying that both lemon and curd are naturally loaded with nutrients that are great for immunity and metabolism, but with the growing trend of food fusion, people combine almost anything and everything to create new delicacies. However, according to health experts, this combination is not good for health. Here’s all you need to know about combining curd and lemon…
Is it safe to combine?
Interestingly, both curd/yogurt and lemon are healthy foods individually and are often combined in many Western and fusion delicacies to accentuate the taste and experiences of dishes and beverages. However, combining the two may not be great for health and may trigger several ailments. Despite their numerous health benefits, this combination may not be ideal, as the combination of calcium and probiotics in curd with acidic vitamin C in lemon may trigger unwanted metabolic issues. Here’s why you must avoid pairing the two; read on to find out…
Acid reflux
Lemon is packed with vitamin C, and when you mix it with curd, which has its own mild acidity and live cultures, this combination can turn a little harsh on your stomach. In fact, for people with weak digestion and poor metabolism, this combination may lead to acid. For some people, this might lead to a bit of discomfort—think bloating, acidity, or just that uneasy, heavy feeling after a meal.
Affects the texture
Ever squeezed lemon into curd and noticed it turning lumpy or grainy? That’s because the acid in lemon causes the proteins in curd to curdle. Not only does it look unappetizing, but it can also make the dish harder to digest. It’s kind of like accidentally curdling milk in tea; it changes everything, and not for the better.
Bad combination
Curd is naturally soothing and cooling, which makes it perfect for summer days or calming an upset stomach. On the contrary, lemon is considered warming, and when you mix the two, their effects can cancel the benefits and cause digestive issues and may lead to bloating and diarrhea in some cases.
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