Benefits of Desi Ghee
Benefits of Desi Ghee
It comes as no surprise that desi cow ghee, made by the traditional, vedic churning method is,
very aptly, also known as ‘Liquid Gold’. Desi ghee has reserved a special place in Ayurveda,
owing to its auspicious and medicinal properties. This pious and wholesome ingredient has
been faced with a lot of criticism on grounds of being fattening and raising cholesterol levels
– and they couldn’t be more wrong. If you are someone who avoids ghee like the plague, read
on for some scientifically proven facts to burst your bubble!
1. Store-house of vitamins: Ghee is replete with a number of fat-soluble vitamins such as Vit. A, Vit. D, Vit. E and Vit. K and a number of essential fatty acids. In fact, eliminating
consumption of ghee leads to an increased susceptibility to deficiency of these vitamins,
especially Vit. D. These vitamins are also responsible for its anti-oxidant and anti-cancer
effects.
2. Aids in weight loss: This may come as a surprise to many but this benefit provided by ghee
has been backed by science. This is due to a unique combination of omega-3, omega-6 and
medium chain fatty acids – all of which together aid in effective weight loss. Moreover, the
essential amino acids present also lead to shrinkage of fat cell size, thereby leading to
shedding of excess kilos.
3. Anti-inflammatory effects: Ghee is rich in butyric acid, a compound which has shown
proven effects in soothing inflammation in the body. It is also used extensively for this very
purpose in Ayurvedic sciences.
4. Boosts immunity: With immunity being the latest buzzword, here is another reason to not
shy away from including ghee in your diet. Being rich in butyric acid, ghee also stimulates
the production of killer T cells in the intestine which consequently strengthens your immune
system and your ability to fight infections.
5. Promotes heart health: Yet another surprising revelation, no? Research has shown that
including requisite amounts of ghee as a part of a balanced diet aids in reducing the levels of
bad cholesterol (LDL) and raising levels of the good cholesterol (HDL), lowering your risk of
falling prey to cardiovascular diseases.
6. Aid in the digestion process: Research has established the role of ghee in stimulating the
secretion of gastric juices – necessary to effectively digest your food. Moreover, ghee present
as a combination with food enhances the absorption of various nutrients present in that food.
7. Benefits for lactose intolerant individuals: Ghee is suitable for consumption by people who
are allergic to lactose, a sugar present in cow milk. This is due to the fact that the process of
making ghee involves the removal of these sugars and proteins, thereby making it safe for
consumption by such individuals.
As is the case with any calorie-dense food product, the consumption of ghee should be within
the stipulated limits. However, the complete elimination of this superfood would lead to you
depriving your body of all the treasures this wondrous ingredient has to offer. Keeping
moderation in mind, drop the hesitation to go full on desi with desi ghee and make your meal
even more wholesome!
