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Introduction
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Ayurvedic View By
Dr. Deepak Soni
BAMS
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Scientific View By
Deepa Sarkar
M.Pharm, B.Pharm
Last updated
29 Aug 2022 | 04:38 PM (IST)
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Paneer
Paneer is an animal product which is prepared by curdling hot milk using lime juice, vinegar or citric acid. It can be eaten raw as well as to prepare a variety of dishes. There are various types of Paneer such as conventional Paneer, low fat Paneer, soy Paneer, filled Paneer and vegetable stuff Paneer[1][2].
What are the synonyms of Paneer?
Cottage Cheese
What is the source of Paneer?
Animal Based
Benefits of Paneer
1. Obesity
An increase in weight is due to unhealthy food habits and lifestyle which leads to a weak digestive fire. This increases accumulation of Ama causing an imbalance in meda dhatu. Paneer can help control weight by controlling your appetite and craving. This is due to its Guru (heavy) property.
2. Strengthen bones and teeth
Paneer is a high protein food rich in calcium and phosphorus. It helps in building strong bones and teeth. Regular use of Paneer helps to make the body strong and is good for growing children.
3. Joint pain
According to Ayurveda, the bones and joints are considered a site of Vata in the body. An imbalance in the Vata dosha causes joint pain. Regular use of Paneer prevents joint pain because it has Vata balancing property. Paneer is also rich in protein, calcium and phosphorus which helps in building strong bones and thus reduce joint pain.
4. Malnutrition
Malnutrition can be correlated to Karshya disease in Ayurveda. This is due to lack of nutrients and improper digestion. Regular use of Paneer helps to fight against malnutrition. This is due to its Kapha increasing property which gives strength to the body. Paneer provides instant energy and fulfills the calorie requirement of the body. It also helps in growth and development of the bones.
An increase in weight is due to unhealthy food habits and lifestyle which leads to a weak digestive fire. This increases accumulation of Ama causing an imbalance in meda dhatu. Paneer can help control weight by controlling your appetite and craving. This is due to its Guru (heavy) property.
2. Strengthen bones and teeth
Paneer is a high protein food rich in calcium and phosphorus. It helps in building strong bones and teeth. Regular use of Paneer helps to make the body strong and is good for growing children.
3. Joint pain
According to Ayurveda, the bones and joints are considered a site of Vata in the body. An imbalance in the Vata dosha causes joint pain. Regular use of Paneer prevents joint pain because it has Vata balancing property. Paneer is also rich in protein, calcium and phosphorus which helps in building strong bones and thus reduce joint pain.
4. Malnutrition
Malnutrition can be correlated to Karshya disease in Ayurveda. This is due to lack of nutrients and improper digestion. Regular use of Paneer helps to fight against malnutrition. This is due to its Kapha increasing property which gives strength to the body. Paneer provides instant energy and fulfills the calorie requirement of the body. It also helps in growth and development of the bones.
How to use Paneer
1. Cooked Paneer
Paneer can be fried, grilled or baked alone or along with other vegetables like spinach, peas, corn etc.
Paneer can be fried, grilled or baked alone or along with other vegetables like spinach, peas, corn etc.
Frequently asked questions
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Modern Science View
Paneer is an Indian cheese that is rich in many nutrients such as calcium and protein. It helps in many body processes and also prevents tooth decay. Paneer provides instant energy to the body. Hence, making Paneer an essential part of the diet may fulfill the need of a lot of nutrients as well as protein, especially if you are a vegetarian.
Modern Science View
Yes, Paneer is light on the stomach and easy to digest. However, uncooked Paneer or large amount of it can cause bloating and and slight indigestion problems.
Modern Science View
Paneer may be useful in losing weight while cheese may be useful for making the bones healthier. A 28g serving of Paneer contains about 82.5 calories while the same amount of cheese contains about 97.4 calories. However, Paneer is much healthier than processed cheese.
Modern Science View
Yes, Paneer is a rich source of protein. About 100g of Paneer contains about 18.3g of protein. It is also rich in selenium, potassium and calcium.
Modern Science View
Fresh Paneer can be wrapped in a moistened muslin cloth and stored in the refrigerator for about 3 days. If you want to store it for a little longer, put the Paneer wrapped in muslin cloth in a bowl of water. Make sure to change the water everyday. In this way, Paneer can be stored for upto 5-6 days.
Modern Science View
Not enough scientific information is available to support the role of Paneer in the case of fever.
Disclaimer
The content is purely informative and educational in nature and should not be construed as medical advice. Please use the content only in consultation with an appropriate certified medical or healthcare professional.