The science of medicine- Ayurveda that originated in ancient India has a huge treasure of knowledge about the eating habits for staying hale and hearty.

Curd is one of the popular milk products that’s enjoyed by many along with their meals. The creamy, slightly sour, curd has been a part of our diet and of our ancestors since the Vedic times. Made by souring boiled milk naturally, curd has a wide variety of bacteria that nurture our digestive system and boost the overall immunity This fermented food is sour in taste and is extremely healthy for the stomach. It is good for the gut and moisturizes the skin as well. It helps in boosting the immune system, improves the digestion and contributes to weight loss..A powerhouse of riboflavin, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, and pantothenic acid, curd also has lactic acid which helps in absorption of nutrients.

Curd is sour in taste, hot in nature, is heavy to digest increases fat, improves strength, increases kapha and pitta (reduced Vata) and improves agni.

Avoid making these mistakes while eating curd:

• One should not consume curd at night. The curd is heavy to digest.  It is also hot in potency.  Therefore, when consumed at night, it may interfere with your sleep as extra energy is required for its digestion.  It also triggers the secretion of mucus making the condition adverse for individuals suffering from asthma.
• As per the Ayurveda, curd pacifies vata, but increases kapha and pitta dosha. During the night, the Kapha Dosha upsurges. Thus, if the curd is
  consumed during the night, the effect of Kapha Dosha is augmented.
• In case you cannot refrain yourself from eating curd at night, you can eat it only after adding a pinch of black pepper and rock salt. Other options such as ghee, amla, and honey can also be added to curd when you consume it at night. Alternatively, you can substitute curd by buttermilk. It will help in clearing the mucus secretions.
• Curd should not be heated . if you heat the curd, it can alter its properties which can lead to suffocation and swelling in your body.
• The daily consumption of curd is prohibited in Ayurveda. It is because curd is known to be heavy in nature and increases inflammation in the body. The only variation that can be consumed on a regular basis is churned buttermilk that has added spices such as rock salt, black pepper and cumin.
• One should always avoid eating curd when a person has a bleeding disorder. Thus, if you are someone who has heavy period flow or nasal bleeding,
  it is considered best to avoid curd at all in your meals.
• Do not mix your curd with fruits as it is a channel blocker incompatible food. Long-time consumption would trigger metabolic issues and allergies.
• Curd is incompatible with meat and fish. Any combination of curd cooked along with meats such as chicken, mutton, or fish will produce toxins in
  the body.