5 reasons why haldi doodh is the best night drink for WEIGHT LOSS! | The Times of India (2024)

Haldi doodh is famous for curing injuries and treating cold and cough. Haldi or turmeric is a powerful Indian super-food which has been used for centuries to heal ailments and has been proven to be a great form of alternative medicine. But, other than its medicinal and therapeutic properties, haldi doodh is great for weight loss as well.

THE FIVE REASONS: Turns out, if you consume haldi doodh every night, you can shed kilos more easily than you think. We all wonder as to what can be our post-dinner and before sleep drink or snack, something that does not add calories and satiates our bedtime hunger at the same time. Well, haldi doodh is your answer. Speculating as to how this grandma’s recipe can help you lose weight? Here are five reasons to believe so!

BOOSTS METABOLISM: Haldi or turmeric contains thermogenic properties which help in boosting our metabolism. This means that turmeric, just like its cousin ginger, contains shogaols and gingerols, which are thermogenic components responsible for burning calories by increasing metabolic activity.

DIET-INDUCED WEIGHT LOSS: Haldi contains dietary fiber which helps in the prevention of weight gain and aids fat reduction. This means that when you consume haldi, with milk especially, it accelerates your weight loss.

PERFECT PROTEIN SOURCE: Protein is the one nutrient you need to keep in mind if you are aiming towards permanent weight loss. Since the protein and calcium content in milk is high and only complements the many properties of turmeric, haldi doodh before bedtime is a great option.

GOOD FOR DIGESTION: The biggest hindrance in any one’s weight loss journey is bad digestion. Since we tend to leave out on major food groups to get ‘slim’ as a quick fix, we tend to get constipated. To get rid of this problem during your diet plan days, opt for haldi doodh.

PREVENTS FAT ACCUMULATION: Haldi contains curcumin which prevents fat accumulation in our adipose tissue. The white adipose tissue in our body is the fat factory and fat storage site. And this fat storage site is what leads to obesity. Haldi can help get rid of this.