Benefits of consuming ghee in diabetes

1) It is a rich source of vitamin K and other antioxidants, which boosts weakened immunity in diabetes. 

2) Ghee contains linoleic acid that helps reduce possibilities of common complications like cardiovascular diseases in diabetes.

3) It helps absorb nutrients from the food you consume and thus regulates blood sugar level, ensuring diabetes management.

4) Using organic and A2 Buffalo ghee help reduce bad cholesterol levels.

5) Adding ghee to high glycaemic foods like rice, white bread, parathas, etc., lower their Glycaemic Index(GI) and helps reduce carbohydrates’ impact on blood sugar levels, benefitting diabetics.

6) Ghee regulates the smooth functioning of the digestive system. Including the right amount of ghee in your daily diet will ensure proper management of constipation.

7) Ghee has a high amount of good fat, which is considered healthy. It is known to help absorb nutrients from the food you consume.

8) Ghee’s consumption is known to improve the functioning of the gut hormones. Improved gut hormone functioning enables better secretion of the hormone insulin, which helps manage diabetes.

9) It reduces oxidative stress in type 2 diabetes patients as it is rich in antioxidants. Oxidative stress (the imbalance between free radicals and antioxidants in the body) is linked to insulin resistance and diabetes.

10) Skin problems like rashes, itching, and red patches are prevalent amongst people who have diabetes. Such issues are related to the digestive system that is directly affected by diabetes. Ghee is recommended in Ayurveda as it clears up toxins in the body and improves one’s digestion