Archive · 6 Sep 2025
Indian Probiotic Drinks: Gut-Friendly Alternatives Explained
Sometimes your tummy feels yucky after eating.
Buttermilk, kanji, and sol kadhi are Indian drinks that might help!
Buttermilk has good bacteria that can help with digestion.
Kanji is a fermented drink that's like a probiotic.
Sol kadhi has ingredients that help your tummy after a meal.
These drinks are a simple and natural way to help your tummy feel better.
Indian drinks like buttermilk, kanji, and sol kadhi may support gut health.
Buttermilk contains live cultures that can improve digestion.
Kanji is made through fermentation and boosts digestive flora.
Sol kadhi, made with kokum and coconut milk, can soothe the stomach.
These drinks are accessible and affordable alternatives for digestive wellness.
- Who
- People with digestive issues.
- What
- Indian probiotic drinks such as chaas, kanji, and sol kadhi can aid digestion.
- When
- Daily or with meals.
- Where
- India.
- Why
- Because they contain live cultures, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory compounds that support gut health.
- Key Benefit
- May improve digestion and gut health
- Drink #1: Buttermilk (Chaas)
- Made from diluted curd, helps balance gut bacteria and cools the body
- Drink #2: Kanji
- Fermented drink of black carrots or beets; supports gut health and boosts digestive flora
- Drink #3: Sol Kadhi
- Combines kokum and coconut milk; soothes stomach and aids post-meal recovery
- Dt. Vasundara Padma
- Chief Registered Dietitian at Apollo Hospitals, Visakhapatnam
