Ghee is traditionally used in Indian cooking, as it does not go off in warm conditions thanks to the milk being extracted from it. As well as being more convenient as it doesn’t need to be kept in the fridge and can last several weeks, it is thought to have several health benefits. 

To find out the top four, read on: 

• Eases stomach inflammation 

If you suffer from stomach cramps or indigestion, it is worth swapping butter for organic ghee, as it is well-known for easing inflammation in the gut. This is due to being a source of short-chain fatty butyric acid, which reduces swelling and tenderness. 

• Good for skin and hair

For shiny hair and glowing skin, ghee is the fat to use. Containing fatty acids, it helps to nourish skin and keep it hydrated when putting it on as a facemask. 

You could also put it on your hair when it is looking dull and lifeless, as it contains lots of antioxidants and Vitamin E. These help to moisturise your scalp to eliminate itchiness and flakiness, as well as give you glossy, bouncy hair. 

• Makes bones strong

We all know eating plenty of calcium is good for bones, but it is also good to consume produce with vitamin K, such as ghee. This is because it improves calcium absorption, which helps strengthen your bones, preventing tooth decay and osteoporosis. 

• Aids weight loss

People who are overweight and need to shed the pounds could swap oils and fats for ghee, as its linoleic acid is known to fight obesity. It also contains omega-3 fatty acids, docosahexaenoic acid, essential amino acids, and omega-6, which help get rid of excess fat.