• Contains lauric acid, important in treating fungal infections and candida.
• Contains lecithin, essential for cholesterol metabolism.
• Contains anti-oxidants that protect against free radical damage.
• Has anti-oxidants that protect against weakening arteries.
• Is a great source of Vitamins E and K.
• Is a very rich source of the vital mineral selenium.
• Saturated fats in butter have strong anti-tumor and anti-cancer properties.
• Butter contains conjugated linoleic acid, which is a potent anti-cancer agent, muscle builder, and immunity booster
• Vitamin D found in butter is essential to absorption of calcium.
• Protects against tooth decay.
• Anti-stiffness factor in butter also prevents hardening of the arteries, cataracts, and calcification of the pineal gland.
• Is a source of Activator X, which helps your body absorb minerals.
• Is a source of iodine in a highly absorbable form.
• May promote fertility in women.
• The Short and Medium-chain fatty acids in butter do not need to be emulsified by bile salts as they absorbed directly from the small intestine to the liver. Once there, they are converted into quick energy rather than stored in the fat tissue. No, butter is not fattening!
• Cholesterol found in butterfat is essential to children’s brain and nervous system development.
• Contains Arachidonic Acid (AA) which plays a role in brain function and is a vital component of cell membranes.
• Butterfat contains Glycosphingolipids, a type of fatty acid that protects against gastrointestinal infections.

Butter contains the Wulzen Factor – This is a hormone-like substance with many functions. It can prevent stiffness in the joints, as well as arthritis. It is also responsible for ensuring that calcium is deposited in the bones rather than in the joints. Note that the Wulzen factor can only be found in raw butter and cream.

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7 foods you must include in your diet to stay healthy this winter season.

1. Green Tea: A cup of hot green tea is rejuvenating and has great de-stressing properties. It also helps in fighting infections like the flu and helps maintain great digestive health. What’s more, a cup of green tea also helps speed up metabolism and helps in weight management!
2. Cinnamon: Cinnamon is known to boost metabolism, which in turn leads to the generation of heat. It also helps build immunity and protects against cold and cough.
3. Fresh fruits: Fresh fruits like papaya, pomegranate and oranges are great for the winter season! They are rich in Vitamin C, and thus help build immunity and fight the common cold and other infections. They are also great for hair and skin.
4. Dates: Dates help you stay warm as well as infection free! They contain nutrients like iron, potassium, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Copper, Magnesium and a lot more. They are also high in fiber and help promote great digestive health. They’re also god for effective blood circulation.
5. Turmeric: Turmeric has been used as a medicinal spice since time immemorial. Not only does it add flavor and color to the food, but also helps fight infection with its anti-inflammatory properties. A pinch taken with milk helps keep the body warm.
6. Honey: Honey is the best medicine for the winters! It keeps you warm and helps build a stronger immunity. It also aids digestion.
7. Desi Ghee: According to Ayurveda desi ghee is one of the most easily digestible fats used for cooking and provided the much-needed warmth. Ghee is a natural remedy for balancing the heating element (pitta) of the body. It aids in digestion, prevents constipation and helps in the excretion of toxins. It not only keeps you warm but also increases your immunity and protects you against cold and flu. Eating onions fried in desi ghee is known to soothe and treat a sore throat.

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