America’s 18 most surreal places you must visit in your lifetime

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We’ve seen some amazing natural wonders around the world. It turns out there are more than enough surreal places for you to check out for yourself in the United States. Don’t believe me? Well, just feast your eyes on these destinations.

 

1. Giant Prismatic Spring – Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming

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This beauty is the largest hot spring you’ll find in the United States, and third largest in the world, behind New Zealand’s Frying Pan Lake and Boiling Lake in Dominica. The colors of the spring come from the pigmented bacteria in the waters. Can you dip a toe in it? No, but you can walk around the edge for a cool photo op.

 

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2. Horsetail Fall – Yosemite National Park, California

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This seasonal waterfall at Yosemite will make you think of Mordor from Lord of the Rings, but don’t fret. That yellow-red glow is caused from the sun shining upon the falls at certain times.

 

Check this out: 15 gorgeous US national parks to visit before you die

 

3. Fly Geyser – Nevada

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Drive 2 ½ hours from Reno and you’ll find yourself at Fly Geyser. This was created by some drilling done in the name of finding sources for geothermal energy in 1964. Minerals sprang from the hole to create this wonderfully odd formation. Fly Geyser is on private property, so don’t try to climb the tall fences that surround it. But it’s so huge that you can get a good picture from the road.

 

Check this out: 10 incredible natural wonders of the world: in pictures

 

4. Mono Lake – California

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The moment you see Mono Lake in person you’ll believe you’re on another planet. Snowcapped mountains surround this salty blue lake that has plenty of Tufa, columns of limestone that have been formed by the salinity of the water.

 

 

5. The Wave – Arizona

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It took millions of years for winds to erode Navajo sandstone in the Paria Canyon-Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness ofArizona to make this trippy formation that’s a great photo opportunity.

 

6. Glass Beach – Fort Bragg, California

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Let’s go back to not-so-enlightened times of the 1900s, when the locals would toss all sorts of household garbage over the cliffs and onto the beach below. Fast forward a few decades and the only thing the Pacific Ocean didn’t take was the glass and pottery that’s now been smoothed out from years of erosion.

 

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7. Northern Lights – Alaska

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The Northern Lights will make your jaw drop the moment you see them in person. And all you have to do to have that moment is visit Fairbanks or Anchorage from September to April 20.

 

8. Sequoia National Park – California

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You’ll never feel as small as you do when standing next to sequoia trees that are as tall as a football field is long. The biggest of the bunch is the General Sherman Tree – it stands 275 feet tall, is said to be around 2,500 years old and is one of the largest trees in the world.

 

9. Thor’s Well – Oregon

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If you head to Oregon’s Cape Perpetua an hour before to an hour after high tide, you’ll be able to see one hell of a show at Thor’s Well. This saltwater fountain creates its show from the power ocean tides and is very dangerous, so try to enjoy it from a safe distance.

 

10. Mendenhall Glacier Caves – Alaska

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If you ever find yourself in Juneau, Alaska, a trip to these caverns are a must-do. The ice caves in this 12-mile glacier at the heart of the Mendenhall Valley give you the feeling that you're walking through a tunnel of brilliant blue clouds.

 

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Check this out: 9 cool things to do in Alaska

 

11. Oneota Gorge – Oregon

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This may look like it should be in a fairy tale, but it’s actually in Oregon’s Columbia River Gorge. This place is great to walk through on a warm summer day just to see the fern and moss that coat the walls.

 

12. Dry Tortugas National Park – Florida

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Yes, there’s something even cooler beyond the uninhibited fun of Key West. Head 70 miles west of Key West and you’ll find Dry Tortugas National Park. Its home to Fort Jefferson, an unfinished fortress that the U.S. Navy begun building in 1847. This place is secluded from the world. So much so that you can only access it by boat or seaplane. A fine way to unplug from the rest of the world.

 

13. Bonneville Salt Flats – Utah

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You’ll be hard-pressed to find someplace flatter on earth. The Bonneville Salt Flats are what’s left from a prehistoric lake that covered the area until about 14,500 years ago. Now it’s the home to Speed Week in mid-August, where racers look to break land speed records. The Flats can get awfully hot in the summer (120 degrees Fahrenheit), so maybe stay away during that time of year. We wholly recommend heading out to the area after a bit of rain, which turns the area into a giant mirror.

 

14. Driftwood Beach – Jekyll Island, Georgia

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There’s a creepy beauty about this beach. You can take a walk or horseback ride along this secluded beach that’s dotted with limbs and roots of tree that have tossed about due to erosion on the north end of the island. It’s a great place for a sunset, and very popular for weddings.

 

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15. White Sands National Monument – New Mexico

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This stunner takes a desert, but makes the sand look as white as snow. You can take various tours about the area to find out how it formed and what creatures make their homes in the dunes.

 

Check this out: America’s most underrated national parks

 

 

16. Skagit Valley Tulip Fields – Washington

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Hundreds of thousands of visitors hop in their car to drive through these tulip fields in April to see these beautiful flowers in bloom. The gorgeous mountains in the distance are just a bonus.

 

17. Antelope Canyon – Arizona

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It took millions of years for water to carve out these crevices you can take a walk through today. The colors you actually see on the walls will change depending on the time of year when you visit. There are no private walks to the area as the Navajo Nation only allow guided tours to enter the canyon. But that’s a good way to find out even more about the area.

 

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Check this out: 11 otherworldly spots on Earth to feel like a Guardian of the Galaxy

 

18. Hamilton Pool Preserve – Dripping Springs, Texas

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This natural pool just outside of Austin, Texas, is a popular summertime hangout for tourists and locals alike. So how did it come to be? It actually used to be an underground river before erosion caused the dome to collapse.

SLEEP ON THE LEFT SIDE IS GOOD FOR HEALTH

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Not everyone knows that the position that we take when we sleep has a significant influence on own digestion. It is no coincidence that, in ancient times, the monks decided to lie down after each meal just for ten minutes, and this served to make the entire digestive lighter.

Nor is it a coincidence that the most ancient tradition of oriental medicine (ayurvedic) as well as the Indian suggest you go to sleep lying down on his left side. But what is the reason? For that reason it is necessary to follow this precaution? Quite simply, our lymphatic system relies on the left side of our body, which means that both the stomach that the liver, but also the bladder and the pancreas, are able to dispose of waste products and they drain to the sidedigestion and produce at the same time the enzymes that the body needs by neutralizing fatty acids and without pressure.

This means that finally digestion there is no need of two or three hours, but ten or fifteen minutes at most: after this period, after lying down on the left side, you will feel immediately lighter. By adopting this simple measure, in essence, the body acquires the whole of the energy of digestion; when it digests normally, however, we tend to feel heavier, precisely because the digestion involves a consumption of energy.

Obviously, this does not mean that you can eat anything and everything, without careful grease, fried and greasy toppings too, in the absence of concerns. The restraint and moderation are important, but using the trick of rest on the left sideyou will no doubt have the opportunity to benefit from a greater calm and a more pleasant serenity, even over time.

Get smart, dump the quinoa: 4 Indian superfoods you should know

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What are superfoods

• Low-calorie, high-nutrient foods that are all the rage with fitness freaks
• People are spending thousands of rupees on imported kale, quinoa and chia seeds

Why not go local

• Equally fortifying options abound in India
• From cabbage to amla, India's had superfoods long before the term was coined
• Bonus: they're usually dirt cheap compared to the imports

Final word

• Our grandmothers have been ahead of the health trend all along
• Perhaps it's time to make Indian superfoods fashionable

Over the last year, across the world, the wealthy seeking to be healthy have had a new obsession: superfoods.

Typically these foods are exotic, low on calorie, high on nutrients and cost the sky. Enthusiastic endorsements by people like Julia Robertsand Gwyneth Paltrow have reinforced the craze.

A tiny bag of quinoa could cost Rs 2,000. A kilo of kale leaves Rs 700. And 100 grams of chia seeds could hit you for Rs 400. But the costs have not proved a deterrent for those seeking healthier lifestyles.

While Indians are emptying their wallets chasing these fads, India has a fascinating homegrown range of superfoods

In fact, quinoa - a gluten-free, high-protein grain - has become so popular, its global prices have put it out of the reach of those who grow it.

This is super ironic because, while rich Indians are emptying their wallets chasing these fads, India itself has a fascinating homegrown range of superfoods. They are cheap, easily available and have exactly the same health benefits.

Unfortunately, no one seems to know of them. Our grandmothers have probably eaten these superfoods all our lives. All they need is someone smart to rebrand them and they would become the rage.

In the meantime, if you are smart, you'd already make the switch. Here's a list of exotic superfoods and their very cheap, very available and very cool Indian stand-ins:

Choose your 'complete protein': Quinoa vs Amaranth

Stop at an upscale market like Modern Bazaar in Delhi, and you are bound to find tiny packets of quinoa flying off the shelves.

Quinoa has that elusive 'complete protein' cred to its name, but that's not all; it also has high levels of fibre, calcium, phosphorous and iron.

With the highest overall antioxidant activity, you can imagine why quinoa is all the rage. Antioxidants neutralise those unstable molecules in your body that can lead over time to diseases such as heart and liver disease as well as cancer.

But the Indian alternative is just as good, at a fraction of the cost.

It's called Amaranth, it's part of the same plant family, and is known for providing the exact same nutritional properties. According toresearch, both quinoa and amaranth have an equal amount of protein. The two have so much in common, in fact, that they are often confused with each other.

Unlike quinoa, amaranth can be added to a variety of Indian dishes, from halwa and kheer to rotis and chikki.

Amaranth greens can also be used instead of spinach in many dishes, and it makes for a delicious addition to raita.

Kale-ing you with kindness: Cabbage

At high-end dining tables, the vegetable kale is the new multivitamin wonder.

"People have starting asking for kale recently, because it is considered nutritious," says a supervisor at Basant Lok's Le Marche, another high-end chain of grocery stores.

"Oddly though, most people who buy these foods aren't quite sure how to cook with them," says Rohit Sachdeva of Evergreen in INA Market, a Delhi hub for exotic fruit and vegetables.

America's new favourite four-letter word, kale is a green leafy vegetable that contains cancer preventive nutrients. If 'cancer-preventive' isn't good enough for you, then consider kale's crazy high amounts of micronutrients - Vitamin A (98% of the body's daily requirement in a 150 gm serving), Vitamin C (71%), Vitamin K (1180%) and manganese (27%).

These micronutrients are typically low or simply missing in the food we eat, especially in the cities, which makes kale all the more attractive.

At Rs 500-700 per kg in Delhi supermarkets, and a more modest Rs 200-300 at INA Market, kale comes in two varieties - curly and local (the latter variant is now grown to cash in on the obsession).

Its popularity notwithstanding, it is an acquired taste, slightly bitter and is hard to use in Indian cooking. In the west, it largely eaten sauteed, steamed or boiled, dehydrated as chips, and, of course, in salads and juices.

So it's curious that kale's excellent alternative isn't talked about more.Cabbage - yes, cabbage - belongs to the same cruciferous family as kale and offers many of the same benefits for which kale has become iconic.

As a bonus, cabbage's high potassium content helps reduce cholesterol. Ayurveda, it turns out, ratifies this claim; cabbage is frequently referenced for its ability to draw out toxins from the body.

Cabbage - yes, cabbage - offers many of the same benefits for which kale has become iconic

While no single vegetable may match kale's flavonoid counts - flavonoids have excellent antioxidant effects - a few common veggies or fruit are all you need to absorb these benefits as well.

Fruits such as plums and vegetables like tomatoes, okra, green onions and eggplant contain healthy doses of flavonoids.

Battle of the seeds: Chia vs Alsi

The unexpected star of the mint family that people can't stop talking about and eating is the chia seed.

The seed is notable for its high Omega 3 fatty acid content, otherwise sourced most commonly from fish. Omega 3 plays a huge role in overall health - especially brain function, the heart, joints and the immune system.

Chia has been a staple in Mexico's diet for decades, but has now found cult global favour, appearing in smoothies, on salads and yogurts, baked into breads and health bars, as well as in breakfast cereals.

There's only one plant source in the world that beats chia on the Omega 3 fatty acids scale, and your grandmother probably ate it every day.

Flaxseeds - local name alsi - has higher quantities of poly-unsaturated fatty acids and mono-unsaturated fats, than chia. Both these fats are considered great for controlling cholesterol and for the heart.

What's common to both seeds are their high protein and fibre content - helpful in preventing colon cancer - but flax has the additional benefit of phytoestrogens, making it nature's answer to hormone replacement therapy. Phytoestrogens are also said to ease the unpleasant effects of menopause, such as flushing and night sweats.

As opposed to paying Rs 400 for 100 gm of chia, half a kilo of flaxseeds go for as little as Rs 120. Flaxseed can be used much the same way as chia, i.e. in puddings, salads, muffins and smoothies.

You could also use it in an au naturel mouth freshener with sesame and fennel seeds, in chutneys as well as roasted and ground up in roti flour.

Berry good: Goji vs Amla

Possibly the most dubious aspirant to the 'superfood' label, Goji berries are nevertheless now famous the world over. Touted as the 'fountain of youth', the Chinese have eaten goji berries for centuries in a bid for longevity.

The berry is certainly an excellent source of Vitamin C, beta-carotene and antioxidants, and studies show that it does everything from slowing the growth of cancer cells to countering diabetes, high blood pressure, fever and age-related eye problems.

Normally sold in dried form, a 300-500 gm packet of Goji berries can cost anywhere between Rs 1,000-2,000. They are typically soaked in water, then added to cereals, salads and yogurts or processed into juice.

There are, however, quite a few local alternatives that offer similar benefits, of which the amla is the clear winner.

Amla, or the Indian gooseberry, is one of the world's cheapest and richest sources of Vitamin C; according to a 2011 study, amla has 600 mg Vitamin C per 100 gm - about 20 times higher than orange juice.

The study also shows that amla enhances food absorption, balances stomach acids, helps the urinary system, strengthens the heart and lungs, regulates digestion, enhances fertility and is anti-carcinogenic and antioxidant in nature.

Essentially, why aren't we all eating amla and shipping it globally as the next big superfood?

Using amla in Indian cooking is fairly easy; it can be added to chutneys, pickled or made into murabba. Grating a bit of the berry into dal and vegetables adds all the benefits it offers without overwhelming you with sourness.

Food vs. Medicine

Avocado may be the only imported superfood that may not have an equal counterpart in India. Avocado lowers cholesterol and triglyceride levels while also increasing the levels of good cholesterol (HDL) - all important for preventing heart disease.

According to World's Healthiest Foods, avocado has high-fibre content (40% fibre in one 150-gm serving). It also has 21% potassium (helpful in controlling blood pressure), 35% Vitamin K (for blood clotting and strong bones) and 30% folate (crucial for cell repair).

It also contains antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin that are good for the eyes.

While there's no shortage of Indian herbs and foods known to lower cholesterol-including aloe vera and camphor - they're typically used as medicines, though aloe vera is pickled in parts of the country.

Camphor, interestingly, belongs to the same plant family as avocado and improves blood circulation while decreasing cholesterol levels.

Other potassium-rich foods like apricots (33%), bananas (10%), spinach (16%) and potato (15%) can be subbed on the protein front, while walnuts, guavas, pears and many beans offer a combination of high-fibre cholesterol-fighting abilities that the pricey import does.

So before you're tempted to overspend on glitzy superfood imports, try the timeless Indian alternatives that are equally delicious and fortifying.

5 Reasons why I chose to take a break in my career and be a ‘Full time Mom’

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Yes, that was a big decision. That too for a girl who used to be a top ranking student, have worked with 2 software giants, has a lot of dreams and aspirations, it was really a big thing to leave all that behind and be a housewife, though it is for a while. But what made me take that decision? Do I still feel fine about that? I tell you here. It may help a new Mom who is struggling to decide, just like I was then.

1. The bond, it’s now or never:

Money can be made anytime. But the bond, its now or never. Experts say that the right time to build the bond between you and your child is the first few years. If I miss to build the bond now, I can not expect my child to listen to me or to share things with me as a friend any time in her life. If I leave behind everything else and pamper her with all my effort now, I build a trust that, ‘Mama will always be there when I need her’. That way, I can always expect my child to come to me to share that little secret. Some of my Mom friends worry about their children getting too attached to the caretaker. The solution they go for is, changing the caretaker once in a while so that she doesn’t get attached to anyone that much. Good that, I never had to have such worries. It’s always me and my child.

2. To lay a better foundation for my child’s physical and mental development:

You may know that 80% of a child’s brain development happens in the first 3 years. It’s also proven that the mother’s warmth and care in essential for a child’s development to be on track. Studies show that the babies who get the warmth of their mother round the clock have a positive effect in the production of brain cells. Studies apart, I personally wanted to play an active part in their development. If it’s not my responsibility, no one else’s. I don’t need a study result to tell me that. Besides, raising a happy and content child is important for a better future. Spending money alone can’t do that. Spending time with them definitely does.

3.I just wanted to enjoy motherhood to the fullest, not confusing things and finally ending up not doing justice to either sides:

Your baby, when she arrives at your hand, has the magical power of putting your world up side down. Your world starts to revolve around her. She occupies your mind so fully that leaving her at home and being at office means you are only physically present there. While she can’t communicate yet, she can’t even convey her needs, I can’t sit peacefully and say, “It’s okay, she’s gonna be fine. I can work now”. This would certainly affect the pace, quantity and quality of my work. Missing deadlines, crashed appraisals.. I may finally end up taking my office laptop at home, which in turn, eats up all the quality time with my baby. Finally, I’m not doing justice to both my roles. Obviously, I don’t want that. Also that, in my opinion, the job of ‘being a mother’ can’t be done as a part time job. So, ‘I am a full time mother’ makes sense to me.

4. I don’t really care about those “So, you don’t work?”s:

We can’t deny that some of us do not want to leave the job, just because they don’t want to be a SAHM. It’s not that you feel inferior. People make you feel inferior. Wherever you go, there will be that one person to ask you, “So, you don’t work?”. (“What the hell!! What else do you think I’m doing at home?”. Okay, I know. it’s an entirely different story which calls for an exclusive post) We live in a poor society which thinks, if you are an SAHM, you know nothing but cooking. But why should I care about them anyhow. They are not going to babysit tonight. “Yes, I am a full time mother. But, why am I supposed to feel so inferior about that. I may not  be wearing a tag and a card. What I am wearing is a crown. Yes, that’s how my child looks at me. I’m a queen in her world. No one has ever given me such a honor.  And It’s not fair if I do not give her back what she deserves, an undivided attention.”

5. Above all, I had enough confidence on me and my skills:

Yes, you are right. In my industry, a ‘gap’ matters. With a 3 year old son and a 5 month old daughter, I already got a gap of 3+ years and still counting. I can still confidently say, “No, I’m not going to be a doormat wife forever.” Even if I’m not so preferred in my industry, I would just say, “Ok guys, the loss is yours” and walk on. This is a world of opportunities. Based on your skills, you can always assume a new career and be successful in that. Life starts at 30 you know.

All these being the reasons why I chose to be a ‘Full time mother’ for a while, Do I still feel fine about that?

Yes I do:

Oh yeah! I heard you right, being a SAHM does have its own downside. You lose your financial independence. You can’t help feeling like a household machine at times. You get little or no time for yourself. Often, I tend to ask myself, ‘Does it really worth it?”. But at the end of the day, things always make me realize ‘Yes.It does’. Coming to the stress part, there are more than a dozen ways you can get rid of it.. I’m soon writing on that.

So mommies, I just shared my thoughts on this. Share your thoughts too. Also, just like I had reasons to be a full time mom, a working mom would have her own reasons why she chose to be one. We would love to hear them as well.

Finally,

When a baby is born, all that she knows is her mom. She still thinks herself as a part of her mom. It takes a while for a baby to realize that she is an individual being. She gets to know her father, her siblings, her first toy.. her world grows very slow. It’s important for me to hold her hands at least till she thinks, ‘Hey, It’s okay. These people are not aliens anymore’.

Happy mommying!!! Take care!!!

References:

http://www.savethechildren.org/site/c.8rKLIXMGIpI4E/b.8193011/k.4505/Early_Steps_to_School_Success.htm

http://www.livescience.com/18196-maternal-support-child-brain.html

17 Reasons Why Ghee Is The Ultimate Ayurvedic Superfood

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Modern science has finally gotten around to proving the physical and mental health benefits of eating ghee that our ancestors figured out centuries ago. There is an ancient proverb in Sindhi that goes “Jeko kare ghee, so na kare ma-pii!” Translated, it means – what ghee can do for you, even your mother and father can’t! You may not believe us now, but by the end of this article you’ll know what we mean.  

What exactly is ghee?

Also known as clarified butter, ghee is formed when butter is boiled and the milk solids are removed, leaving a concentrated residue of pure fats. Like butter, it can be dangerous to your health if consumed in large quantities because of the high concentration of fat, but in small quantities it can do wonders. 

Check out the health benefits of ghee:

1. Enables weight loss

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Like olive oil and coconut oil, ghee contains healthy fats that help you burn fat and lose weight. 

2. Provides energy

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Ghee contains medium chain fatty acids which the liver can absorb directly and burn immediately, making it a healthier source of energy than most of the carbs we eat today.

3. Reduces the risk of cancer, heart disease and diabetes

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Ghee is rich in conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), a fatty acid that protects against plaque, cancer and diabetes. 

4. Lowers cholesterol

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Ghee is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which lower cholesterol and boost heart health.

5. Boosts digestion 

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Ghee is packed with butyric acid, a short chain fatty acid that has several benefits, one of which is better digestion. Our bodies actually convert fibre into butyric acid, so eating it makes the body’s job easier. Butyric acid helps heal the digestive tract and keeps it healthy. 

6. Improves immunity

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The butyric acid in ghee also promotes immunity, by increasing the production of killer T cells in the gut.

7. Fights inflammation

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Doctors are now using butyrate supplements to treat inflammatory conditions, soghee is a better option, since it is natural.

8. Increases appetite

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Ghee triggers the release of gastric acid, which results in better digestion and increased appetite. 

9. Promotes flexibility

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It’s no wonder that yogis cooked their food in ghee; it lubricates the joints and connective tissues and promotes flexibility.  

10. Improves eye health

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Ghee is rich in Vitamin A, which prevents macular degeneration and cataract development.

11. Gives you beautiful babies

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Loaded with Vitamin K2, ghee plays an important role in the development of the baby’s facial features and teeth. 

12. Promotes positivity

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According to Ayurveda, ghee is considered a satvic food. Satvic foods promote good health, positivity and personal growth.

13. Removes emotional toxins

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Research is showing that negative emotions have a chemical composition, and that these chemicals get stored in unhealthy fats. Ghee is a healthy fat that does not harbour these emotions; instead it can be used to flush them out. 

14. Absorbs the nutrients in herbs and spices

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Indian food contains several herbs and spices, each of which is loaded with numerous nutrients. Ghee absorbs these nutrients and helps them reach the correct part of the body, where they are most required.

15. Does not break down into free radicals

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Many oils have a low smoke point, at which they break down and form free radicals. Free radicals are harmful agents that cause all sorts of disease and deterioration in the body, right from ageing to cancer. Ghee has a high smoke point (250 °C), so it doesn’t break down into free radicals while cooking.

16. Can be stored without refrigeration

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The milk solids from the butter are removed during the clarification process, and since only pure fat remains, it can be stored without refrigeration for years at a time without going bad. 

17. Does not trigger lactose intolerance

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Since the milk solids have been removed, ghee usually doesn’t bother people who are lactose intolerant.

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