
Ghee is a versatile fat, suitable for those with dairy sensitivities or on ketogenic diets.
Who is behind it
Voices including a molecular biology PhD, a licensed acupuncturist and clinician-educator and a registered nutritional therapist.
How strong the research is
Mostly expert experience so far, with published research still catching up.
In their words
“ghee is your answer so ghee is the butter that has the protein in and the protein in the carb burned off”
a molecular biology PhD
Ghee is clarified butter with proteins and carbs removed, making it suitable for those with sensitivities.
Ghee and hard cheeses have very low or virtually no lactose and can be tolerated by many lactose intolerant people
Saturated fats are stable at high heat unlike polyunsaturated fats which oxidize and create harmful aldehydes.
Ghee has milk solids removed, raising smoke point significantly and has a nutty flavor.
an Oxford metabolism PhDsponsoredGrass fed butter and ghee are supportive for gut lining health.
a certified naturopathsponsoredGhee and grass-fed butter are used frequently in foods and considered beneficial.
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