Key Points
While ghee is a rich source of healthy fats, its use in daily cooking seems questionable...
However, when it comes to regular cooking, ghee may not be the healthiest option..
Studies have shown that excessive intake of saturated fats can increase LDL (bad) cholesterol, raising the risk of heart disease.. . Ghee is made by simmering butter to remove water and milk solids..
Since it lacks unsaturated fats like monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, getting so much amount of saturated fats from a single source on a daily basis isn't healthy," said nutritionist Neelanjana Singh.. High amounts of saturated fats are linked to increased cholesterol, which further deepens the risk of heart disease and stroke...
Oils are essential in our diet as they are a rich source of essential fatty acids and also help in the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins like vitamins A, D, E and K. Moderate amounts of oil intake are extremely important for skin health, cell membrane structure and integrity, while also being essential for brain function," said Dr Varun Bansal is Consultant Cardiac Surgeon, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.. . ) ..
