Your Privacy is Important to us

We encourage you to review our Terms of Service, and Privacy Policy.

By continuing, you agree to the Terms listed here. In case you want to opt out, please click "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" link in the footer of this page.

Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information

We won't sell or share your personal information to inform the ads you see. You may still see interest-based ads if your information is sold or shared by other companies or was sold or shared previously.

Continue on TOI App
Open App
Login for better experience!
Login Now
Welcome! to timesofindia.com
TOI INDTOI USTOI GCC
TOI+
  • Home
  • Live
  • TOI Games
  • Top Headlines
  • India
  • City News
  • Photos
  • Business
  • Real Estate
  • Entertainment
  • Movie Reviews
  • Lifestyle
  • Podcasts
  • Elections
  • Web Series
  • Sports
  • TV
  • Food
  • Travel
  • Events
  • World
  • Music
  • Astrology
  • Videos
  • Tech
  • Auto
  • Education
  • Log Out
Follow Us On
Open App
  • ETIMES
  • CINEMA
  • VIDEOS
  • TV
  • LIFESTYLE
  • VISUAL STORIES
  • MUSIC
  • TRAVEL
  • FOOD
  • TRENDING
  • EVENTS
  • THEATRE
  • PHOTOS
  • MOVIE REVIEWS
  • MOVIE LISTINGS
  • HEALTH
  • RELATIONSHIP
  • WEB SERIES
  • BOX OFFICE

​How 1 tsp of ghee boosts your immunity naturally​

etimes.in | Last updated on - Jun 1, 2025, 05:35 IST
Comments
Share
1/6

How 1 tsp of ghee boosts your immunity naturally

There’s something classic about a golden spoonful of ghee melting into hot dal or spread over warm roti. It’s not just a comforting kitchen favourite—it’s a quiet wellness hero that’s always been there. Ghee has been trusted in Ayurveda for ages, and now modern cooking is catching on too. Just a small spoon each day can support your body in many ways, helping you feel steady, strong, and ready for the day. Here’s how this smooth, tasty fat can support your immune system naturally.

2/6

Fires up your digestive engine

Strong immunity begins in the gut, and ghee knows just how to get things moving. It helps improve digestion by stimulating stomach acid and keeping things smooth and regular. A well-functioning digestive system is your first line of defence, and ghee plays the role of a gentle but powerful helper.

3/6

Keeps inflammation in check

Ghee has good fats that help reduce internal swelling, which can often cause health problems without showing clear signs. By keeping things calm and steady inside, ghee lets your immune system work more smoothly. You can think of it as gentle fuel that helps your body’s defences stay strong.

4/6

Feeds the good bacteria

Your gut is full of friendly microbes that help keep you healthy. Ghee, which has a good amount of butyrate (a short-chain fatty acid), helps make the gut a better place for them to grow. When your gut is in good shape, you absorb nutrients better, your immunity gets stronger, and you have more energy to get through the day.

5/6

Strengthens your tissues

In Ayurveda, ghee is considered a rasayana—a rejuvenator. It nourishes all the body’s tissues and supports overall vitality. When your tissues are well-fed and strong, your immune system works better from the inside out. Just a small spoonful is enough to keep that inner glow alive.

6/6

Delivers fat-soluble vitamins where they’re needed

Ghee is a natural carrier for vitamins like A, D, E, and K—all key players in immune health. These vitamins support everything from cell repair to antioxidant protection. Ghee helps your body actually use them, guiding these nutrients right to where they can do the most good.



Join our Food Photography Contest and stand a chance to win exciting prizes!
Click HERE for details.

Join our WhatsApp Food Community to discover delicious recipes, enjoy fascinating food stories, and stay updated with the latest food news! Click ​here​​


Start a Conversation

Post comment
Featured In lifestyle
  • Thought of the day inspired by the Bhagavad Gita: "True strength is staying calm during storms"
  • Before teaching ABCs, make sure your child has these 4 essential skills, says child psychiatrist
  • Most mysterious forests in India and the legends around them
  • 5 national parks in the USA perfect for wildlife lovers and the best time to visit them
  • Chinese proverb of the day: “A woman that is not loved is as a...” — meaning, context, and why this saying is often debated today
  • Quote of the day by Canadian poet Rupi Kaur: “If you were born with the weakness to fall you were born with the strength to rise.”
  • Personality test: The door you choose reveals what's stopping you from living your life to the fullest
  • Optical illusion personality test: Birds or man? What you see first reveals if your mind is restless or composed
  • Tennis legend Serena Williams' $10 million Florida mansion is a luxury retreat with a secret karaoke room, infinity pool but no tennis court
Photostories
  • Most mysterious forests in India and the legends around them
  • The body check: Waking up with headaches every morning? Here's what could be behind it
  • Designing a home temple? 6 things you must consider for modern home interiors
  • These Zodiac Signs Are Mentally Tougher Than Most
  • Frequent urination at night? Doctors explain when it could signal a bigger problem
  • 10 unique baby names inspired by colours and shades
  • Before teaching ABCs, make sure your child has these 4 essential skills, says child psychiatrist
  • “Koi mat aana yaha pe”...Kedarnath Dham pilgrim shares her harrowing experience of visiting Kedarnath Dham
  • Dalchini water for hair growth: Benefits, how to use it, and more
Explore more Stories
  • 5
    Quote of the day by Princess Diana: "Carry out a random act of kindness, with no expectation of reward, safe in the knowledge that one day someone might do the same for you"
  • 6
    Most mysterious forests in India and the legends around them
  • 4
    Thought of the day inspired by the Bhagavad Gita: "True strength is staying calm during storms"
  • 6
    Before teaching ABCs, make sure your child has these 4 essential skills, says child psychiatrist
  • 11
    10 unique baby names inspired by colours and shades
Up Next
  • ETimes
  • /
  • Life & Style
  • /
  • Food News
  • /
  • ​How 1 tsp of ghee boosts your immunity naturally​
About UsTerms Of UsePrivacy PolicyCookie Policy

Copyright © Jun 3, 2026, 09.33AM IST Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. For reprint rights: Times Syndication Service