The Ayurvedic Benefits of Organic Cultured Ghee

Just in time for vata season, traditional ghee is now available in our online apothecary! At PAAVANI, we searched far and wide for the most authentic, ethically made ghee to align with our Ayurvedic values. That search led us to Pure Indian Foods Cultured Ghee —a sixth-generation family-owned company whose commitment to purity, tradition & sustainability deeply resonates with our own.

We’re proud to now offer this Certified Organic, Grassfed, Cultured Ghee , hand-crafted using the traditional Ayurvedic method and time-honored practices passed down through generations.

What Makes This Ghee Traditional?

Unlike many ghee brands on the market today, Pure Indian Foods Ghee is made from cultured butter, not sweet cream. In Ayurveda, this distinction is essential. The classical text Charaka Samhita outlines that true Ayurvedic ghee begins with yogurt (curd), which is then churned into cultured butter— makhan —before being gently clarified into ghee.

This traditional process ensures the ghee is easier to digest, rich in prana, and supports the development of ojas, the body’s vital essence of immunity, vitality & resilience.

What Is Cultured Butter?

To understand the magic of traditional Ayurvedic ghee, it helps to first understand cultured butter —the original and essential starting point.

Unlike regular sweet cream butter, cultured butter is made by fermenting cream with live, active cultures, much like yogurt. This fermentation process transforms the cream into curd (or dahi), which is then churned into butter. It’s this butter—known as makhan in Sanskrit—that’s used in Ayurveda to make true ghee.

In Ayurveda, this step is not optional. Culturing activates enzymes, enhances digestibility and energetically prepares the butter to become a healing substance. As a result, ghee made from cultured butter is:

• Easier to digest

• Naturally lower in lactose & casein

• Rich in beneficial probiotics (before clarification)

• Considered more sattvic (pure, calming & spiritually uplifting)

Pure Indian Foods takes this step seriously, making their ghee from traditionally cultured, non-homogenized cream from 100% grassfed cows. No shortcuts. No sweet cream substitutes. Just the real, Ayurvedically-approved deal.

This is one of the key reasons we trust & love this brand.

Why We Love Pure Indian Foods Ghee

• Cultured & Traditionally Made
  This ghee begins with slow-cultured cream from 100% grassfed cows , following ancient Ayurvedic practices for digestibility and energetic integrity.

• Certified Organic & Grassfed
  The cows are never given hormones or antibiotics and graze freely on green pastures, which enhances the nutrient content and quality of the ghee.

• Free from Allergens
  During clarification, milk solids are removed—making this ghee free from lactose & casein, ideal for those with dairy sensitivities.

• Small Batch, Handcrafted
  Made in the USA by a multi-generational Indian family with deep roots in Ayurveda, every jar is lovingly produced in small batches for exceptional quality.

Ghee & Ayurveda: A Sacred Staple

In Ayurveda, ghee is far more than just a cooking fat—it’s considered a sacred, medicinal substance. It nourishes all seven dhatus (tissues), balances the doshas (especially vata and pitta), and enhances agni (digestive fire) without aggravating inflammation.

Ghee is also a yogavahi, meaning it acts as a carrier, helping to deliver the healing properties of herbs deeper into the tissues. That’s why it’s the base of so many traditional Ayurvedic formulas.

How to Use Ghee

Ghee is incredibly versatile. Use it to:

• Cook your favorite Ayurvedic meals, from kitchari to roasted root veggies.

• Spread on toast, stir into oatmeal or melt into warm golden milk.

• Apply topically to soothe dry skin, nourish chapped lips or protect the nostrils during dry seasons.

• Support digestion by adding a spoonful to hot meals or sipping in warm water for gentle detox.

Ayurvedic Benefits of Ghee

• Supports healthy digestion & elimination

• Promotes healthy cholesterol & cardiovascular function

• Helps repair & soothe the gut lining

• Rich in Omega-3s , CLA & fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E & K

• Naturally high in butyrate , a short-chain fatty acid that reduces inflammation

• Moisturizes dry, vata-prone skin & hair when used externally

• Rejuvenates the nervous system , calms the mind & supports deep nourishment

Ghee for Your Ayurvedic Journey

Adding ghee to your diet and self-care rituals is one of the most powerful ways to align with the wisdom of Ayurveda. Whether you’re balancing vata during the colder months, enhancing your agni, or simply upgrading your cooking oil, Pure Indian Foods Cultured Ghee offers the time-tested benefits of traditional ghee with the integrity you can trust.

Now available in our Ayurvedic Apothecary, this golden elixir is here to elevate your wellness journey—one nourishing spoonful at a time.

What’s your favorite way to use ghee?

Let us know in the comments—we’d love to hear how this sacred fat supports your Ayurvedic lifestyle.