Seeing the glowing skin and fitness of Bollywood celebrities, a common person often starts considering it to be the result of expensive diet or hard work in the gym, maybe you yourself have been thinking or believing the same.
But do you know that not only gym and diet but the old treasure of grandmother’s kitchen ‘pure ghee’ is also a big reason behind the glow and energy on the faces of stars. Nowadays, the trend of drinking ghee on an empty stomach in the morning is becoming quite viral on social media, which many big stars also say as a part of their daily routine. But does it really work, or is it just another new viral trend like everything else? We try to know from Dr. Shubham Vatsya, Gastroenterologist, Fortis, how a spoonful of ghee in the morning works like magic for your digestion and skin and what is the right way to take it.
Dr. Shubham Vatsya says that in recent times, the trend of consuming small amount of ghee on an empty stomach in the morning has increased a lot. Doing this benefits digestion and metabolism. If seen from the perspective of a gastroenterologist, ghee taken in the right quantity by the right person can provide many health benefits.
Eating ghee on an empty stomach gives these health benefits.
relief from constipation
The biggest benefit of eating ghee on an empty stomach is for constipation patients. Ghee increases the absorption of nutrients by improving intestinal motility by stimulating the secretion of digestive enzymes. Taking ghee on an empty stomach lubricates the gastrointestinal tract, which makes bowel movements easier and provides relief from mild constipation. Let us tell you, this problem is common among people nowadays due to less physical activity and less fiber intake.
Beneficial for intestinal health
Ghee is rich in short-chain fatty acids, especially butyric acid, which is important for intestinal health. Butyric acid helps maintain the strength of the intestinal lining, reduce inflammation, and promote the growth of gut bacteria. Therefore, it may be especially useful for people who have a tendency to have irritable bowel or have mild intestinal inflammation.
Better absorption of nutrients
Another important benefit is that ghee improves the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins. Fat in the diet is essential for proper absorption of vitamins A, D, E and K, and ghee does a good job. Consuming it in the morning can help in better utilization of the nutrients obtained from the subsequent meal.
long term energy
Ghee also provides energy for a long time from the metabolic point of view. It does not cause a sudden spike in blood sugar like refined carbohydrates, but is digested slowly and provides steady energy, which helps in feeling full and may reduce the need for frequent unnecessary snacking. Apart from this, consumption of ghee in limited quantity in healthy individuals does not have negative effect on cholesterol level and can be helpful in improving HDL (good cholesterol).
detox properties
According to Ayurveda, ghee is also said to have mild detox properties, which can help flush out toxins from the body by supporting liver function. Additionally, its anti-inflammatory properties may be of limited benefit in gastritis or acidity related problems.
How much amount of ghee is right to eat?
However, balance of everything is very important to stay healthy. One spoon of ghee daily is sufficient for good health. People with obesity, uncontrolled cholesterol or gall bladder problems should consult a doctor before including it regularly in their diet.
Advice-Consuming ghee on an empty stomach in the right way and with a balanced lifestyle can be beneficial for digestion, intestinal health and overall health.