We are weird sometimes. We stop eating something as a fad, we start eating something as a fad too. For decades now, we have been controlled by the media to eat their choice of superfoods – from oats to acai to kale, forgetting that there is a superfood at our home too. We have kept avoiding it because we assumed that all fats are bad. Yes, we are talking about the good ol’ mighty Ghee. Here are some amazing health benefits of ghee:

Healthy fats- According to the research, ghee contains healthy fats which makes it add good cholesterol to the body. Ghee does not cause heart disease like other types of fat.

Beneficial for gut health- Ghee consumption is closely related to a healthy gut. Eat a spoonful of ghee before a meal in order to have a healthy gut. It lines the gut and reduces the chances of ulcers and cancer.

Boost immunity- Ghee is rich in butyric acid, which helps the body produce disease-fighting T cells and strengthens the immune system.

Ghee as Saatvik Food- Ghee is one of the most saatvik foods. that attracts the toxic elements in the body and helps in cleaning the harmful things from the body.

Contains essential vitamins- Ghee is a reliable source of vital oil-soluble vitamins A and E that are essential for a healthy liver, balanced hormones and fertility.

Helps in reducing weight- Ghee speeds up the body’s metabolism making it an ideal medium for weight loss. Consuming ghee burns other body fat and thus reduces weight.

Act as a great appetizer- Consumption of ghee increases appetite in both children and adults. This is yet another reason to include it in your baby’s diet.

Treatment for menstrual problems- Ghee balances hormones in the body which makes it a perfect contender if you want to relieve yourself from menstrual issues like PMS and irregular periods.