7 Amazing Health Benefits of Desi Ghee
Ghee has been a part of Indian households since ancient times. It is considered a medicinal and nourishing food. Ghee is 100% nutrient rich butterfat and lactose free. Ghee is created when butter is simmered to separate oil from other components and then strained off. It consists of saturated fats, so it does not spoil at room temperature. Here are some amazing health benefits of using Desi Ghee in your regular diet.
1) Ghee consists of fat-soluble vitamins such as Vitamin-A,E and K. All these nutrients play an important role from maintaining your healthy vision to keeping your skin glowing.
2) According to Ayurveda, intake of Ghee in winters helps you keep warm from within, that is why it is used in many winter dishes like gajar ka halwa, ladoo, Pinni.
3) Ghee is a natural moisturiser. It is one of the best home remedies to cure dry skin and lips, as our skin consumes all the essential fats found in Ghee and keeping our skin healthy and glowing.
4) Ghee helps boost digestion, prevents constipation and helps in removing the toxins from our body. It is one of the most digestible fats used for cooking.
5) Ghee acts as a strong antiviral and microbial agent. Regular use of ghee one tablespoon on a regular basis, strengthens immunity and helps in growth and development of bones.
6) Ghee aids in weight loss. Energy from medium-chain fatty acids present in ghee burn other fats in our body, resulting in weight loss.
7) Ghee is good for heart, as vitamin K2 present in ghee helps in preventing calcium deposits in the arteries that may lead to blockages and obstruct blood flow.