Unusual benefits of Ghee That yYou Might Not Know

Ghee (known as clarified butter in technical terms) is an essential part of Indian dishes. Many people are known to put ghee in their food, such as dal, sabzi, roti, or anything they prepare, to add some flavor and improving their health. 

While many health-conscious people try to avoid ghee in their diet, some nutritionists suggest eating ghee in the right amount to improve health and even lose weight. Yes, you read that right!

If you consume only one to two teaspoons of pure cow ghee every day, you are likely to observe various improvements in your body, including weight loss.

Benefits of Having Ghee Daily

Here are some unusual benefits of ghee that you might not be aware of:

1. Long-Lasting

This one is not related to health but is definitely a good thing about ghee. Desi cow ghee is likely to last for several years or decades, as it’s not easy for ghee to get spoiled – even if it’s not refrigerated. 

2. Higher Smoke Point

Cooking oils have a low smoke point that makes them breakdown into free radicals when heated. These free radicals are not good for your health. But pure cow ghee has a higher smoke point, so even if heated at high flame, it won’t break down into free radicals. Hence, it’s healthy for you.

3. Low Lactose Content

Do you have lactose intolerance? If so, eating desi cow ghee won’t affect you severely like other dairy products. This is because all milk solids and impurities are removed during the ghee making process. 

4. Rich in CLA and K2

Another benefit of pure cow ghee is that it contains a high amount of antioxidant CLA (Conjugated Linoleic Acid). This antioxidant has anti-viral properties and even contains vitamin K2 that helps with PCSD, anti-aging, etc. 

5. Improves Flexibility and Provides Energy

Ghee is rich in the medium-chain fatty acids and hence, provides energy to your body. This even lubricates the joints and connective tissue, leading to increased flexibility.

6. Weight Loss

One benefit of eating desi cow ghee is that it is able to be burned as a source of energy. When this burning process begins, it can help you with weight loss while burning other fats as well. 

7. Better Immunity

The pure cow ghee has high levels of butyric acids, which are known to be healthy for your immune system while providing anti-inflammatory benefits.

8. Improve Digestive System

People with a bad digestive system are likely to produce less butyric acid naturally. Ghee being rich in butyric acids will definitely help you improve your digestive system. 

9. Lowers Cholesterol

Organic ghee is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which further helps in lowering the cholesterol levels while improving your heart health. 

10. Cures Cough

If you consume one warm teaspoon of ghee, it can help you relieve your dry cough. You can even try making past of tulsi and basil leaves and mix it with ghee to see some improvement. Even try frying a cinnamon stick in ghee and after than swallow this fried stick as a natural remedy. To prevent mucus from blocking the airways, you can fry ginger powder with cardamom powder and mix it with ghee for easy consumption.