Ghee has been popping up everywhere lately, from health blogs to trendy recipes. If it’s caught your eye, you might be wondering, what’s all the fuss about?
Ghee is not just another butter substitute. It is one of the most commonly used foods in Ayurveda, where it’s renowned for its various healing properties.
That’s right. This ancient superfood can improve your physical, mental, and emotional health, and its uses extend far beyond the kitchen.
But what exactly makes ghee so special? And why is herb-infused ghee creating such a buzz in the wellness world?
Let’s dive into what makes this Ayurvedic remedy a modern superfood superstar!
The Role Of Ghee In Ayurvedic Practices
Ghee is a clarified butter made by melting regular butter and removing the milk solids. Ghee has very little lactose and is more concentrated in fat than butter, making it a popular cooking oil.
But in Ayurveda, ghee is much more than a cooking ingredient. It is a sacred and therapeutic substance that supports balance and vitality.
One of the most known benefits of ghee in Ayurvedic practices is its ability to enhance digestion.
In Ayurveda, strong digestion (known as Agni) is the foundation of good health. Ghee stimulates and regulates Agni, helping the body break down nutrients effectively.
Modern research also shows that ghee has anti-inflammatory effects, reducing inflammation in the body. It soothes the digestive tract, benefiting those with sensitive stomachs or conditions like acid reflux or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
Ghee is also a sattvic food. Sattva is the Ayurvedic quality of purity, balance, and harmony. Ghee is known to calm the nervous system and boost mental clarity and emotional stability, bringing you into the soothing state of Sattva.
Ghee vs. Healthy Oils: How Does It Compare?
Ghee is often compared to healthy oils like MCT and avocado oil. However, while these oils may be more on-trend, ghee is superior for many reasons.
Ghee is rich in fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, E, and K. Vitamins A and E are antioxidants that help neutralize free radicals in the body, reducing oxidative stress—a key driver of inflammation.
However, the key difference is that some ghees have the added advantage of being infused with herbs for targeted health benefits, which we’ll discuss next!
Introducing Herb-infused Ghee: A Highly Versatile Superfood
Ghee acts as a carrier for herbs, enhancing their absorption and potency. This is why many Ayurvedic remedies and herbal formulas use ghee as a base.
Research reveals that herbs like curcumin in turmeric are absorbed more easily when combined with fats like ghee. This is because lipid-solubility facilitates the transport of herbal constituents through cell membranes.
Furthermore, when combined with herbs, ghee’s anti-inflammatory and gut-healing properties amplify. For example, blending ghee with anti-inflammatory herbs like turmeric or ashwagandha has been shown to accelerate wound healing.
But blending ghee with herbs not only expands the health benefits but also the uses. With herbal ghees, you can:
- Consume it directly to promote digestion or alleviate bloating or discomfort.
- Drink it by adding it to hot water, tea, or milk.
- Use it in cooking, baking, or as a base for sauces.
Choosing The Right Herb-infused Ghee For You
Each herb-infused Ghritam serves a specific health need, from digestion to brain health. When using ghee for a particular health condition, we recommend adding it to warm water or milk and drinking it as part of your mindful morning ritual. You can also consume it on its own on an empty stomach.
Dadimadi Ghee for Digestion
Dadimadi Ghritam is infused with pomegranate (known for boosting digestive and metabolic health) and 4 Ayurvedic herbs, each carrying potent digestive health benefits.
Coriander reduces acid reflux and heartburn, while Ginger and Chitraka strengthen Agni (digestive fire) and counteract sluggish digestion. Meanwhile, Long Pepper improves food absorption, stimulates appetite, and clears toxins.
Saraswatha Ghee for Cognitive Health
Saraswatha ghee contains 15 potent Ayurvedic herbs to boost brain functioning like memory and focus while improving digestion and immune health.
For example, the nootropic herb Bacopa is known for improving memory retention and cognitive performance, making it popular among students and older adults.
Mahathikthaka Ghee for Skin Support
If you’re prone to skin problems like acne breakouts, Mahathikthaka ghee is for you. This herb-infused ghee, which you apply directly to the skin, clears the body of excess Pitta dosha to control flare-ups while increasing hydration and moisture.
It contains herbs with potent antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, like Vetivere and Saptaparna, to help remove toxins.
Indukantha Ghee for Immunity & Digestive Support
Indukantha Ghritam is a fantastic all-rounder for immunity & digestive support. It boosts your natural immunity, making it a must during the winter. It also promotes energy and rejuvenation, helping you get back on your feet after a recent illness.
Kalyanaka Ghee for Mental and Emotional Support
Sometimes, life gets a bit too overwhelming and stressful, and this is where Kalyanaka ghee truly shines. This ghee contains 25 Ayurvedic herbs, like Jasmine and Deodar Cedar, which can help clear your mind, balance your emotions, and enhance energy and positive thinking.
Gulguluthikthaka Ghee for Joint Support
Gulguluthikthaka Ghritams offers bone and joint support while aiding inflammation, making it highly beneficial to anyone dealing with injuries or chronic conditions like arthritis. It contains Guggul, Neem, Turmeric, and Tinospora, all of which have anti-inflammatory properties to help ease joint pain.
Vidaryadi Ghee for Respiratory Support
Vidaryadi ghee is specifically formulated with 13 herbs to improve lung function and support respiratory health. One such herb is Deodar Cedar, which is commonly used to treat coughs and colds. Meanwhile, Black gram is a powerful detoxification herb. So, if you have a lingering cold or a cough that won’t budge, reach for this ghee!
Panchagavya Ghee for Immunity & Detox Support
Panchagavya Ghee is another excellent herbal ghee for those recovering from a recent illness.
It’s blended with 15 herbs, like Turmeric and Amla, to help boost your body’s natural detoxification and cleansing processes. It also has Malabar Nut Tree Root to support respiratory-related ailments, and Chebulic and Belleric Myrobalan for gut and GI conditions, like food poisoning.
Sukumara Ghee for Hormonal Balance
Whether you’re dealing with irregular periods, intense PMS, or fertility issues, Sukumara Ghee is every woman’s best friend.
With adaptogens like Shatavari and Ashwagandha, this herbal ghee supports female hormone regulation and reproductive health. Consuming it every morning can help to reduce PMS, menopause symptoms, and hormonal fluctuations.
Why Our Herb-Infused Ghees Are Unique
We craft our Kerala Ayurveda ghees (Ghritams) using a unique recipe rooted in the wisdom of ancient Vedic texts. Following the meticulous Sahasrayogam preparation process (from the Ashtanga Hridayam tradition), we infuse carefully selected herbs into cultured organic cow's ghee to create a product that's both pure and potent.
Here's what sets our herb-infused ghees apart:
- Sourcing from native regions - We source each herb from its native region to ensure unmatched quality, purity, and effectiveness.
- Dual-phase infusion process - Herbal decoctions are first strained and then boiled to capture the complete infusion of plant phytochemicals. Incorporating both lipid-soluble and water-soluble herbal phytochemicals amplifies our ghees' ability to support and rejuvenate every tissue and organ of the body.
Final Thoughts
Herb-infused ghee is not just another health trend. It's a timeless fusion of tradition, science, and nature designed to enhance your health and vitality.
Studies support Ayurveda’s teachings that using ghee as base in herbal formulations can enhance the herbs absorption and thus, efficacy.
Experience the nourishment your body and mind deserve by trying our herb-infused Ghritams today!
