Have you tried Ghee milk? Here’s what experts say about it!

There’s no denying that Ghee has been a quintessential part of our lives. From accentuating the taste of our traditional delicacies to boosting immunity and strengthening bone health to being that perfect ingredient for almost every home remedy; Ghee has been an inseparable part of our lives. But have you ever added Ghee to a warm glass of milk? This might sound like a bizarre combination, but health experts swear by this healthy blend. Here’s all you need to know about it.

Indians love Ghee and milk, both these foods have been a staple in most Indian households, but combining these two might sound like a recipe for disaster, but health experts believe that this amalgamation can improve your overall well being.

Milk is packed with the goodness of healthy fats, protein and a compound called Tryptophan. This component in milk is basically an amino acid, which helps in inducing sleep. Tryptophan changes into Serotonin, the hormone that relaxes the nerves. Apart from that, Serotonin increases the amount of Melatonin in the body, which again helps in improving sleep quality.

Drinking milk before bedtime also helps in relaxation of nerves, this is due to the presence of Melatonin. Interestingly, the hormone functions as a Neurotransmitter, which regulates the sleep cycle. What’s more, the presence of milk proteins trigger the GABA receptors of the brain, which reduces anxiety and induces a sound sleep.

Drinking a warm glass of milk before bedtime has umpteen benefits such as it induces sleep, improves metabolism, helps in managing weight, improves immunity, but what happens when you add Ghee to it?

Ghee has been an active ingredient in most Ayurvedic remedies and is loaded with healthy milk protein that helps in reducing stiffness in joints, improves immunity and improves cold and cough. What’s more, Ghee is a rich source of antioxidants that help in reducing the damage caused due to free radicals.

Adding a teaspoon of ghee to your warm glass of milk helps in improving digestion and metabolism, the enzymes present in milk and Ghee help in breaking down the food for better absorption of nutrients. This further helps in relaxing the nerves and ensures a healthy sound sleep. What’s more, if you are expecting, then you must drink this blend at bedtime as it helps in the development of the baby and gives ample strength to the body during pregnancy.

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