Turkey - The goodness of curd (Yogurt) first made in Turkey- by - by Mumtaz Khalid Ismail
Once thought of only as a worthy health food, curd or yogurt is now the base for tempting frozen desserts and is used as a healthier alternative to cream. The word yogurt is of Turkish Origin and is believed that the first curd was made in Turkey. People who cannot drink milk may find that they can tolerate curd. Universally cow's milk is used to make curd. But in India, buffalo milk is also used extensively and in Russia, the milk of sheep, goat and mare is largely used for the same purpose.
Curd or yogurt is also considered one of the best aids to natural good looks. The bacteria present in curd make the skin soft and glowing. It is also a good hair conditioner and has anti-dandruff property. Curd mixed with orange or lemon juice is a good face cleanser. It supplies moisture to the skin and fruit juice provides the essential vitamin C. Live yogurt discourages the proliferation of harmful bacteria and yeasts in the gut that lead to bowel infection. It can help to relieve gastrointestinal disorders, diarrhea and constipation. It can also reduce bad breath associated with some digestive disorders. Yogurt is helpful for people suffering from diarrhea on account of radiotherapy treatment, food poisoning or irritable bowel syndrome. It is often recommended as an external treatment for any one who is suffering from thrush. It is also claimed that yogurt can improve the condition of the skin and alter the balance of bacteria in the large bowel in a way that may protect against colon cancer. Curd is used in the treatment of insomnia. It is also believed that taking sufficient curd in the daily diet could prevent premature aging.
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