Apr 22, 2016 05:05 PM
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I have listened people saying desi ghee has fat so it's good to avoid. But it's merely a myth and nothing else.In our culture of hundreds of years, Indians have been eating Desi Ghee, but were never obese. Why do we see more obesity now? It is because we are mislead. The truth is Desi Ghee is healthy and important for Weight Loss.
Some myths about des ghee:
•Ghee increases cholesterol. The truth is that Desi Ghee reduces cholesterol since it by increases contribution of lipids for metabolism. Desi Ghee helps you to remain stress free, feel full, and sleep better.
•Ghee has fat.Desi Ghee has unique short chain fatty acid structure. It is lipolytic by nature due to which it breaks down fat.
•Ghee harmful for heart. Desi Ghee is extremely rich in antioxidants, conjugated linoleic acid(CLA) and fat soluble vitamins like A, E, D. Desi Ghee has everything needed for a healthy heart.
So how is ghee good for health.
•Vitamins A, D, E, and K present in Ghee are fat-soluble. This means Ghee helps is to absorb these vitamins.
•Ghee has MUFA(monounsaturated fatty acids), which is better than PUFA(polyunsaturated fatty acid) found in oils like corn, sunflower, cottonseeds oils etc. Thus Desi Ghee is a better choice than these oils.
•Ghee does not contain lactose, hence it is safe for lactose intolerant people.
•Ghee is made up of short chain fatty acids which can be digested easily. This nature also helps to break fat.
•Ghee provides lubrication to muscles and joints.
•Ghee is free of salt unlike butter available in market.
•Ghee boosts immunity.
•Ayurveda recommends Desi Ghee because it is good for whole body.
How to obtain maximum benefits?
•Portion Control! Desi Ghee is high in calories, so watch out how much you consume.
•Desi Ghee has all the above benefits in its pure form. Meaning – Home Made Pure Desi Ghee!
So enjoy your meals topped with Desi Ghee. Next time make your halwa in Desi Ghee and not refined oils.
Thank you
