Desi ghee is made from milk fat and has a complex composition: 

• Glycerides: Make up about 98% of ghee's total material 
• Fatty acids: Ghee contains saturated, unsaturated, and other fatty acids 
• Vitamins: Ghee contains fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, E, and K 
• Other components: Ghee also contains phospholipids, sterols, sterol esters, carbonyls, hydrocarbons, carotenoids, and small amounts of charred casein 
• Minerals: Ghee contains traces of calcium, phosphorus, and iron 

The composition of ghee can vary depending on the type of milk used, such as from cows, buffaloes, or sheep. For example, ghee made from cow milk contains carotenoids, while ghee made from other milks does not. 

Ghee is also known as clarified butter or anhydrous milk fat. It's made by removing water and non-fat solids from milk, cream, or butter. Ghee is predominantly fat, with less than 0.5% moisture

Palmitic acid and oleic acid were two of the main fatty acids found in both cow and sheep ghee. The saturated fatty acid profile was 53.9 to 66.8%, the unsaturated fatty acid profile was 22.8 to 38.0% and the other fatty acids was 3.5 to 10.4%. Cholesterol amounts ranged from 252 to 284 mg/100 grams.

Benefits of Ghee

Desi ghee has many potential health benefits, including:

·         Heart health

Ghee's omega-3 fatty acids may help reduce inflammation and protect against heart disease. 

·         Skin health

Ghee's essential fatty acids can hydrate skin cells, treat peeling, and prevent acne. 

·         Brain health

Ghee's omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids support brain health, memory retention, and cognitive function. 

·         Digestive health

Ghee's lower chain fatty acids promote a healthy gut by stimulating digestive enzymes and regulating bowel movements. 

·         Immune system

Ghee's antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties may help boost immunity. 

·         Vitamin A intake

Ghee is a good source of vitamin A, which supports eye health, skin health, and immune function. 

·         Hormonal balance

Ghee may help maintain hormonal balance, which could help with irregular periods and PMS. 

Ghee is best consumed in its pure form or added to warm foods like rice, lentils, or soups. Heating ghee at very high temperatures can destroy its beneficial nutrients. 

People with high LDL (bad) cholesterol levels may want to limit their ghee intake to 1–2 tablespoons per day.