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HighlightsGhee has incredible healing propertiesGhee consists of fat soluble vitamins, which aid weight lossGhee is known to be suitable for
all skin types
One of Ayurveda's most treasured foods, ghee has
incredible healing properties
From our dals to khichdi and halwas to chapatti; ghee is one kitchen staple we are never getting enough of
In fact, swapping ghee with fattening refined oils has perhaps been one of the biggest blunders of the modern cooking, according to
Macrobiotic Nutritionist and Health Practitioner Shilpa Arora
According to her, "Ghee consists of fat soluble vitamins, which aid weight loss
Ghee also plays a key role in balancing hormones and maintaining healthy cholesterol
Ghee also has a high heat point, which prevents it from producing free radicals that damage cell function." Ghee is clarified butter made
from the milk of a buffalo or cow
Pure desi ghee, is ghee made of cow's milk
It contains plenty of omega-3 fatty acids along with Vitamin A
Beyond our kitchens, ghee finds a coveted space in beauty and hair care rituals too.( -How to Make Ghee at Home: Easy Tips and Tricks) Ghee
has incredible healing propertiesHere are 9 benefits of ghee you may not have known:1
Helps You Keep Warm From WithinGhee is an integral part of Indian winters
According to Ayurveda, ingesting ghee helps you keep warm from within; which is perhaps why it is extensively used in many winter
preparations likegajar ka halwa, moong dal halwa, pinni and panjeeri. Ghee is a integral ingredient in ladoos and halwas, as they tend to
For Clogged NoseThere is nothing pleasant about cold and clogged nose
You have difficulty in breathing; your taste sense is hampered, and let's not forget the headache and exhaustion that follows
Ayurveda has an interesting nasal drop remedy that may help soothe clogged nose
Ayurvedic experts call it the Nyasa treatment for cold and it involves pouring a few drops of warm pure cow ghee into the nostrils, first
Doing so may provide quick relief as the ghee travels all the way down to the throat and soothes the infection
Make sure, the ghee is pure and warmed to lukewarm temperature.( -Here's Why Ghee Is An Amazing Skin Care Ingredient) Cow ghee for clogged
Good Source Of EnergyAccording to the book, 'Healing Foods' by DK Publishing House, ghee is a good source of energy
It contains medium and short-chain fatty acids, "of which, lauric acid is a potent antimicrobial and antifungal substance." Nursing mothers
are often given ladoos loaded with ghee, since they are loaded with energy.Pinni is another Punjabi treat, which is relished across North
India, not just for its taste but for its energy boosting properties too.4
Source Of Good FatAre you on a weight loss spree You may have heard a lot of people coming up with a pro-tip or two
And one of the most common weight loss tips we have all heard is- avoid fats
In a bid to lose weight, you may have even considered eliminating all fats sources from your diet
But doing so may do you more harm than good
Fats, carbs and proteins are three macronutrients that are essential for sustaining a healthy life
Removing any food group from your diet is never a sustainable way to lose weight
What you do need to do however is - choose better
Avoid all bad fats in fries, burgers and processed junk, and choose better alternatives in the form of ghee, avocados etc
According to Shilpa Arora, ghee is one of the most preferred vehicles for oleation: a process of ingesting oil over a period of time
This actually helps pull fat soluble toxins out of the cells and triggers fat metabolism, a process where the body kick-starts to burn its
own fat for fuel.( -Ghee On Your Chapattis
Yes or No)Ghee is one of the most preferred vehicles for oleation5
Good For Intestinal Health:Shilpa also shares with us, that ghee happens to be one of the highest quality food sources of butyric acid,
which makes it an ideal pick to support the health of the intestinal walls
The cells of the colon use butyric acid as their preferred source of energy.6
Apply It Over Your Rotis To Decrease Glycemic Index: In India, spreading ghee over chappatis and parathas is a standard practice
It is said that applying ghee on chapattis could bring down the glycemic index of the chapatti by some amount, in addition to making it more
Bangalore-based nutritionist, Dr
Anju Sood recommends eating chapatis with a little ghee on top
"Latest research says that about 4 tablespoons of oil is the adequate amount of saturated fats per meal, so one percent of the saturated
fats could be derived from sources like ghee
Teaming it with ghee facilitates the digestibility of the chapatti." Applying ghee on chappatis is a hit with celebrities too, Kareena
Kapoor in one of her media interactions said that her grandmother, who is eighty years old, always spreads ghee on her chappatis
Even during pregnancy, Kareena made sure she had her regular dal with a spoonful of ghee, she revealed at the book launch of 'Pregnancy
Notes' by Rujuta Diwekar. Applying ghee on chapattis could bring down the glycemic index of the chapatti.7
Keeps Constipation At Bay:Having a tough time with your bowel movements Ghee may come to your rescue
According the book, 'The Complete Book of Home Remedies' by Dr
Vasant Lad, milk and ghee make for a mild and effective remedy for constipation
"Taking 1 or 2 teaspoonfuls of ghee in a cup of hot milk at bedtime is an effective but gentle means of relieving constipation," notes the
Good For Heart: Much like all fats, ghee too has been guilty of raising cholesterol levels
But contrary to popular belief, ghee is in fact a much safer bet to invest in for heart health as compared to refined oil
The book 'Healing Foods' notes that the fats present in ghee are not associated with heart disease in the way that long-chain fatty acids
are, as they are used directly as energy by the body and not stored as fats
Consultant Nutritionist, Dr
Rupali Datta says, "Ghee can be consumed daily in small quantities as a source of saturated fats
Children can afford to have a larger quantity every day." Studies have shown that ghee can be good for lowering bad cholesterol and
increasing good cholesterol. Ghee can be consumed daily in small quantities as a source of saturated fats9
Great For Skin:Ghee has been a staple part of various beauty care rituals since time immemorial
Its vital fatty acids act as a nourishing agent that can do wonders to infuse life in your dull skin
Pure desi ghee is made out of cow's milk and is said to be extremely powerful in giving you a soft and supple skin
Ghee is known to be suitable for all skin types and it also has vital fatty acids that help in hydration of the skin cells.How To Make Ideal
Ghee Face Mask For Supple And Glowing Skin:Steps:Mix 2 tablespoons of ghee, 2 tablespoon of besan or haldi and water in a bowl
Stir the mixture thoroughly.Make sure that the consistency is firm but not dry
If you find the mixture too watery, then add besan or haldi to it.Mix the paste well and apply it on your face
Let it sit for 20 minutes; rinse it off with cold water
Repeat thrice a week for best results.Ghee Face Mask For Supple And Glowing SkinSo what are you waiting for Get your can of ghee today
Homemade ghee can easily be kept outside for three months
Make sure it is kept away from direct sunlight and stored in an air-tight container.
