Do you know the difference between curd and yogurt?

Many people think and believe that curd and yogurt are the same. But it is not so. Curd and yogurt may look a little alike and although they are both dairy products, they are different. There are many people who eat yogurt mistaking it for curd. They cannot make out the difference between curd and yogurt. Let’s see how to differentiate between the two and which one is beneficial for health. 

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Are curd and yogurt the same?
Curd and yogurt are not the same at all. Curd and yogurt are both dairy products. However, the method of making these two is completely different. Curd is made at home by adding natural acidic ingredients. But yogurt cannot be made like this. Yogurt is made by adding artificial acid and goes through a lot of processing. So, it is not possible to make yogurt at home.

Yogurt contains lactic acid bacteria and curd is made by using this bacteria. The amount of bacteria in the curd depends on how much we add it to the curd. Lactobacillus Bulgaris and Streptococcus thermophilus bacteria are used in yogurt. This is why curd and yogurt both look different.

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Not curd but Yogurt comes in different flavours
The way yougurt is made, it can be done with different flavours such as mango, strawberry, blueberry, peach, kiwi, raspberry, vanilla, peppermint etc. But such flavours cannot be made in curd. 

What is really good for health, curd or yogurt?
Both curd and yogurt are rich in nutrients. Doctors always advise to eat curd in summer or after eating spicy food. This cools the body. Yogurt also contains a lot of proteins. There are some types of yogurt that contain a lot more protein than curd.

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Both curd and yogurt are rich in vitamins and minerals. Also, curd contains a lot of calcium and phosphorus. So eating curd is considered good for bones. Talking about yogurt, there are many types of flavoured yogurt available in the market. But it can be high in preservatives and sugar. So usually flavored yogurt is not advised for consumption as it is not good for health. Also, eating yogurt helps to get rid of cholesterol and blood pressure problems.