Masala Buttermilk For Weight Loss
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I believe that going back to our roots, in terms of traditional food and drinks is better for our long term health benefits. Buttermilk is a traditional Indian drink that used to be a must in our lunch. The benefits of Curd, Rock salt, Ginger, mint, Jeera for our digestive system and for weight loss are immense. It is a well-documented fact that people who eat curd before or after their meals lose more weight that people who don't. This is because calcium in yogurt prevents fat cells in your body from pumping more cortisol (hormonal imbalance of cortisol is responsible for cholesterol, hypertension, obesity, cumin is known to help in weight loss. When your internal systems are healthy and toxin-free, you will naturally lose weight and look and feel much healthier. It rehydrates the human body and keeps it fresh. It also helps in enhancing saliva secretion and relieves digestive ailments.Ginger contains chromium, magnesium and zinc which can help prevent chills, fever, and excessive sweat. Plus, it acts as an antihistamine and hence is useful in dealing with allergies. Ginger is used for weight loss as it increases metabolism, stimulates circulation and excretion of toxins from the body.
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Ingredients
- 2 tbsp curd made of skimmed milk
- Pink Himalayan Rock Salt to taste
- ¾ glass Water
- 1 green chili
- Ginger a small piece
- 1/4 teaspoon Cumin powder / Jeera powder freshly roasted
- 6 mint leaves fresh
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Instructions
- Whisk all ingredients together, except the water.
- When smooth, add water and give one whisk.
- Sprinkle roasted jeera powder and serve.
Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 43 kcal | Carbohydrates: 5 g | Protein: 3 g | Fat: 1 g | Saturated Fat: 1 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1 g | Sodium: 163 mg | Potassium: 43 mg | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 2 g | Vitamin A: 261 IU | Vitamin C: 7 mg | Calcium: 62 mg | Iron: 1 mg
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Buttermilk is itself a nice drink.