Buttermilk Benefits & Nutrition
Buttermilk benefits: nutrition per 100 ml (15 kcal), how much to drink a day, who should be careful and its season in India. Also called Chaas / mattha.
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Chaas / mattha · Teas & drinks
- 15 kcalenergy
- 0.8 gprotein
- 0 gfibre
- Year-round (most in summer)best season in India
Per 100 ml (Indian thin buttermilk, per 100 ml) 🟢 In season now
Health benefits of buttermilk
- Light and cooling after meals in summer.
- Fresh chaas made from curd contains live cultures that may support gut health.
- Is a source of calcium and protein, with very few calories.
How to eat it
Whisk 1 part curd with 2–3 parts water, add roasted jeera, mint, curry leaves and a pinch of salt.
How much a day: 1–2 glasses.
Who should be careful
- High blood pressure: go easy on the added salt.
- Lactose intolerance: many people tolerate curd better than milk, but not everyone.
Best season in India
Year-round (most in summer). See the month-by-month seasonal chart →
Frequently asked questions
What are the health benefits of buttermilk?
Light and cooling after meals in summer. Fresh chaas made from curd contains live cultures that may support gut health. Is a source of calcium and protein, with very few calories.
How much buttermilk can I have a day?
1–2 glasses. Whisk 1 part curd with 2–3 parts water, add roasted jeera, mint, curry leaves and a pinch of salt.
Who should be careful with buttermilk?
High blood pressure: go easy on the added salt. Lactose intolerance: many people tolerate curd better than milk, but not everyone.
When is buttermilk in season in India?
Year-round (most in summer).
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