Nutritional and health benefits of Dahi.

Nutritional and health benefits of Dahi.

1)     Dahi  has an added benefit of having live bacteria  which are excellent for overall health.

2)      The live bacteria in dahi helps prevent the growth of illness-causing bacteria in the intestine and protect us from  stomach infections  .

3)      It also prevents ulcers and protects from stomach cancers.

4)      These bacteria also promote the growth of good bacteria which improve digestion and metabolism. They also help in the absorption of other nutrients from food.

5)     Milk cannot be consumed by lactose intolerant people, but dahi is easily digested due to the live bacteria.

6)        Just like milk, dahi is a great source of protein, especially for vegetarians.

7)      Dahi has very high levels of calcium which helps to prevent bone degeneration, thereby, preventing osteoporosis.

8)      The calcium in dahi also helps to strengthen the bones and teeth. The lactobacillus bacteria reduce the risk of cavities and improve gum health.

9)       Calcium helps in fat breakdown. Dahi also gives a fuller filling for a longer time, thereby, helping reduce weight.

     10)  Dahi has Vitamin B12 which is generally found in non-veg foods, hence it a great food for vegetarians to improve blood formation and nerve functioning.