WHEY WATER

"WHEY WATER - THE HEALING WATER" 
WHEY WATER

                                                'Whey Water is the liquid gold essence of Milk.'

     When we make Cheese/ Paneer at home or sometimes when milk curdles, we get a lot of whey water.  Mostly we throw the whey water down the drain.  In the vaguest of my memory, I remember drinking the whey water with Terminalia chebula or Harde whole powder (Kadukkai) for dysentery when I was a kid. Not at all a pleasant drink, but it solved my stomach problem instantly. For any kind of ailments, my parents treat us with simple home remedies side-by-side to allopathic medications.  This habit of theirs has influenced me a lot and I do the same at home.  
     WHEY WATER is the watery residue which is separated from curdled milk in the process of making cheese. WHEY water was considered as “healing water” by Greek physicians. It is one of the therapeutic traditional food. It has got powerful healing potential. And it is considered to be highly nutritious.



There are two types of whey:
- Sweet Whey which we get while making hard cheeses like Cheddar and Swiss.
- Acidic Whey or Sour Whey, which we get while making cottage /ricotta cheese.



Health Benefits:

  • Nutritionally, it is rich in lactose, has no fat, contains protein, is rich in minerals and is a good source of vitamin B2. 
  • It helps to keep our joints and ligaments movable and elastic.
  • Whey appears to stimulate insulin release.  
  • Whey supplements can help regulate and reduce spikes in blood sugar levels among people with type 2 diabetes by increasing insulin secretion. 
  • The healing action of Whey works on the intestines, liver, and kidneys. 
  • The lactic acid in whey stimulates intestinal peristalsis. 
  • It encourages internal assimilatory and eliminatory functions in the digestive system.
  • It heals most of the stomach ailments.
  • It can be used as a regular drink as it contains probiotics.
  • Whey water supports our immune system and protects our protective flora.
  • It helps in good colon health.
  • It has the ability to regenerate the intestinal flora.
  • It boosts the nutrition in our diet.

Culinary Uses:

  • Whey water is a great kitchen helper.
  • Whey water is used to make ricotta and brown cheeses.
  • It is used to preserve food items.
  • Whey water can be used as a substitute for water while kneading dough or soaking legumes or rice. 
  • Whey water can be added to cook dhals to increase the protein content 
  • It can also be used in stocks which are used as a base for soups. (But retains the strong taste of whey in soups)
  • You can use while kneading the dough for chapati or roti.
  • Whey water can be replaced instead of water while making buttermilk.
  • Whey water can be used to knead the flour to make sourdough bread.
  • Whey water to make pancakes, waffles, scones, cake, cookies, biscuits etc.,.
  • Whey can be used in conjunction with other liquids to make awesome pizza dough, bread.
  • Whey water can be used along with fruit juices and smoothies (does not give smell and strong taste of whey).

Therapeutic Uses :

  • 1 Tbspn of whey water mixed with a little water aids digestion.
  • During winter, hot whey water can be consumed with honey. It is really good for health.
  • Chill the whey water and then add a pinch of salt. Consume as a refreshing salty drink on a hot sweaty day or after a workout. This will instantly cool down your body.

Other Uses :

  • Whey water can be poured into your garden plants which need acid.
  • Replace Whey Water instead of milk to feed your dogs.

Notes :

  • A large amount of Whey water, which we get while making cheese/paneer can be stored in an airtight container for about 6 months.
  • Homemade whey can be refrigerated for up to 2 to 3 days.
  • If it develops mould, a foul smell or other signs of going bad, discard it immediately. 
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*DISCLAIMER:

Please remember these options are only meant as guidelines and in no way replaces the advice or treatment provided by your medical practitioner. It is always good to seek the advice of your physician for professional advice in any matter related to your health. This is for information purposes only.

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