The most important Ayurvedic texts the three Samhitas- Charaka, Sushruta and Ashtanga Hrdayam and the three stalwarts of Ayurveda Sushruta, Charaka, and Vaagbhaṭa, testified and proved cow ghee as one of the most healing substance when used judiciously as prescribed and employs almost 1000 types of actions. The desi cow ghee has faced all the criticism by modern science and came out blameless through all tests and trials. It proved its potency, safeguarded its reputation and won the title of a superfood.

Ayurveda calls organic grass-fed cow ghee life-giving nectar, unlike modern science which limits its benefits and has the reputation of being cholesterol enhancing, fattening, and inviting a host of diseases including obesity.

Organic cow ghee is rich in antioxidants, Vitamins A, D, E & K, essential fatty acids like DHA and CLA enhance intelligence, improve memory, purify and balance the Vata, pitta and Kapha dosha, enhance the beauty and strengthen the body.

A blog cannot hold all the good organic cow ghee does to the human body but let us see the top10 benefits out of them all, which everybody ought to be aware of.

1. Improves digestion and nourishes the body: Cow ghee maintains optimum cellular function by enhancing digestion, absorption and assimilation, increasing the bioavailability of vitamins and minerals. It helps in the absorption and assimilation of fat-soluble vitamins from the diet. Cow ghee is very rich in medium and short-chain fatty acids like butyrate which helps in optimum bile flow and butyrate being the main source of energy for gut microbes keeps the microbial flora healthy. It is highly beneficial for people suffering from peptic and duodenal ulcers and also relieves the discomfort caused by IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome).
2. Heart health: Studies among a few rural Indians who consumed cow ghee regularly revealed a lower chance of coronary heart disease. Cow ghee contains high percentages of omega 3 fatty acids which supports heart health. Linolenic acid, an omega 3 fatty acid decreases the occurrence of cardiovascular diseases related to complications caused by diabetes. It is also found to reduce bad cholesterol. Ayurveda encourages heart patients to consume organic grass-fed desi cow ghee without any fear or doubt.
3. Cancer suppression: This superfood has proven anti-cancer properties. Research suggests that cow ghee has the power to shut down the gene expression of cancerous cells and inflammation. The Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) in grass-fed desi cow ghee suppresses the inflammation-causing agents and makes the cancerous cells undergo apoptosis or self-destruction. Cow ghee also enhances the production of the enzymes that detoxify cancer-causing matters. Desi cowghee has a high reputation for being the best media for processing a medicine and enhancing its medicinal properties. It has a distinctive property of adopting the medicines healing properties and enhancing the potency of medicines. This is the reason why patients taking anti-tumour drugs respond better to the medication when administered along with omega 3 fatty acids of ghee.
4. Immunity: ForIndians, cow ghee is a must for good immunity. Studies have proved that butyrate plays a very crucial role in strengthening the immune system. Regulatory T cells act to defeat an immune response, maintaining homeostasis and self-tolerance. The butyrate converts the T cells into regulatory T cells. Desi cow ghee is rich in this small chain fatty acid, butyrate.
5. Brain food: Desi cow ghee is rich in Omega 3 fatty, especially Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and EPA. Both DHA and EPA play a critical role in optimal brain health. DHA and EPA have a major role in brain morphology, information transfer, and safeguarding the nervous system. They are crucial for foetal brain development, brain development in babies, toddlers and adolescents. A major molecule in building and improving cognitive skills. Omega 9 fatty acids with DHA are a must for retinal tissue development too. A spoon of grass-fed desi cow ghee contains almost 14- 15 mg of DHA along with other omega 3 fatty acids to build concentration, memory and intelligence. Thus cow ghee is highly recommended for pregnant ladies and babies.
6. Healthy skin: Glowing skin is not only desirable and charming but is also a sign of a healthy body. Ghee is an excellent moisturiser, recommended for soothing chapped lips and for body massaging before taking bath for smooth and supple skin. It has the potency to heal burns, and wounds and treat scalp infections. Last but not least it is an invaluable anti-ageing potion. Regular consumption of desi cow ghee promises glowing and healthy skin.
7. Good for bones: As discussed earlier cow ghee contains Vitamin K. The calcium that we consume, irrespective of the quantity will be of no use if Vitamin K is not available to help the bones to absorb that calcium. Vitamin K is essential for the carboxylation of many bone-related proteins. The tissues affected in osteoarthritis are dependent on Vitamin K. The Matrix GLA (MGP) prevents cartilage calcification and is dependent on Vitamin K. Cow ghee contains an ample amount of Vitamin K to keep your joints and bones healthy. Ghee also keeps the tissues of the body tender and supple.
8. For weight management: Ayurveda considers cow ghee as the perfect medium for clearing out stubborn and harmful fats and assists the body to mobilise the stored fat for fuelling purposes. The short-chain fatty acids as discussed in previous points, help to increase lean body mass while reducing the fat mass. Desi ghee improves metabolism and enhances digestion thus preventing unnecessary fat storage.
9. Good for diabetes: Adding a couple of desi cow ghee in the regular meal of rice and dal for diabetics is found to be very beneficial. Cow ghee reduces the impact of carbohydrates with a high glycemic index on blood sugar levels. Thus adding a spoonful of cow ghee to rice will boost the digestion of carbohydrates. Diabetic patients tend to lose their immunity. The vitamins K, A and B 12 along with essential fatty acids in cow ghee help boost their weakened immunity.
10. Balancing hormones: Essential fatty acids are the building blocks of hormones. The vitamins E, D and A are indispensable and precursors for hormone production. Desi cow ghee is a good source of essential fatty acids and these vitamins. Ghee stabilises the production of cortisol, the stress hormone, protecting a person from the harmful effects of stress.

There might be diversity in names of ghee as per geographical area, like  Rogan for Iranians, Samna for Egyptians or Samuli of Uganda, but there is an absolute unity in the benefits it offers.

Few good-to-know tips related to desi cow ghee:

• Consume a spoon full of it on empty stomach as the first food of the day to extract its maximum benefits.
• Always try to consume it uncooked to avail of all its benefits, as high temperatures destroy many of its beneficial organic compounds.

• A spoonful of desi cow Ghee in turmeric milk with a pinch of black pepper powder detoxifies the digestive system.
• Pouring a few drops of desi cow ghee in nostrils before going to bed acts as a powerful medicine in healing any kind of headache, including migraine.

So do not shy away from a spoonful of ghee but give it a respectable place in your diet and discover how it turns out to be your health’s best friend.