fat in ghee - #28254
I am really confused about something I’ve been reading. Like, I’ve heard that fat in ghee is actually considered healthy, but I'm not sure if that’s true. A couple of weeks ago, I started cooking with ghee more often after a friend praised it, saying how good the fat in ghee is for digestion and overall health. But then my mom, who’s always been a bit skeptical about high-fat things, told me that the fat in ghee can also lead to weight gain if not used in moderation!!! Which, to be honest, I’m really trying to avoid since I’ve been watching my weight more closely. I do enjoy the richness it adds to my dishes, so I’ve been torn. The other day, I noticed my energy levels were kind of low, and I thought maybe it’s because I’ve switched to ghee and this fat in ghee is affecting me somehow? Or maybe I should be worried about the saturated fat content?? I read something about how the fat in ghee can actually help with fat-soluble vitamins, but could too much fat in ghee ruin that benefit? My gut tells me there’s gotta be a balance or something, but what does that actually look like? Any insights would be super helpful!
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