See Curd with Honey and Cocoa Powder recipe. Do away with the notion that low-fat is always better than full-fat! The fact is that full-fat curd, made by fermenting milk, is far healthier than low-fat curd. It has an ample dose of good protein, which is especially good for vegetarians. 

Add to this calcium, magnesium, potassium, vitamins B2 and B12, and you get nothing short of a treasure-trove of nutrients. With a dash of unsweetened cocoa powder and organic honey, chilled full-fat curds transform into a super-duper snack. Honey, which is always better than sugar, gives the curds a very pleasant sweetness. 

We suggest you have a complete cup of Greek yoghurt or yoghurt with cocoa powder from which you can get 9.6 grams of protein. This is awesome for vegetarians who want to increase their protein intake. Carbs will be 17.6 grams and healthy fat of 14.4 grams. So enjoy this as a healthy snack in the evening or even carry this to work. 

Apart from being an excellent food for athletes, Greek yoghurt with cocoa powder and honey is also an apt snack for weight loss, as it keeps you full with good fats instead of bad fats like in French Fries! Indulge in a treat that is so tasty that you almost forget it is so good for you!

Is Curd with Honey and Cocoa Powder healthy?

Yes, this is healthy for all but conditions apply. 

Cocoa Powder, Unsweetened : Cocoa is rich in polyphenols like flavonoids, catechins and epicatechins. These show anti-inflammatory effect as well help the body get rid of harmful free radicals and thus reduce the onset of various chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes and cancer. Small amounts of cocoa powder have been proven to reduce insulin sensitivity and improve blood sugar control and benefit diabetics. Some random trials with cocoa powder have exhibited reduction in the levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) in the body making it good for heart and good for weight loss. See detailed benefits of cocoa powder.

Curd or Yoghurt is lactic fermentation of milk. Micro-organisms responsible for fermenting milk are now known as “Probiotics”. Probiotics are live microorganisms or bacteria that are similar to beneficial microorganisms found in the human gut. They are also called "friendly bacteria" or "good bacteria.” It has very good bacteria that aid digestion in the gut. To further improve the digestive ability of curds, several commercial brands have probiotics added to their curd.

Benefits of Greek Yogurt: Greek Yogurt being thick form of curd which with its luscious texture pleases you and the high protein in it satiates you for a long time. The protein is beneficial to add glow to your skin as well promote immune cell health which will in turn enhances your ability to fight various diseases. It is not very high in fat and thus it suits a healthy heart and weight loss diet. With its low carb count, it qualifies for a low carb, high protein diets too! Its probiotic property is soothing to the stomach and helps to keep your digestive tract healthy. 

Can diabetics, heart patients and over weight individuals have curd with honey and cocoa powder?

Yes, this recipe is good for diabetics and heart BUTavoid honey or just use 1/2 tsp honey and use low fat curds. 

How to burn 19 calories that come from Curd with Honey and Cocoa Powder?

Walking (6 kmph) = 6 mins

Running (11 kmph) = 2 mins

Cycling (30 kmph) = 3 mins       

Swimming (2 kmp) = 3 mins

Note: These values are approximate and calorie burning differs in each individual.