How to Check Adulteration in Cow Ghee at Home – Tests, Usage, and Health Benefits

By Bandu Pralhad Pawar, Founder – Jagwonder

Cow Ghee is one of India’s most treasured traditional foods – known for its incredible taste, healing power, and importance in Ayurveda. But in today’s market, not all ghee is created equal. Many products are adulterated with starch, vanaspati, or other cheap oils, which can harm your health.

In this guide, you'll learn:

• ✅ How to test cow ghee purity at home

• ✅ How much ghee to consume daily

• ✅ How ghee intake should vary with seasons

• ✅ The powerful health benefits of pure, cultured cow ghee

 1. Easy Home Tests to Check for Adulteration in Cow Ghee

These simple kitchen tests help you check whether your ghee is pure or adulterated:

 A. Iodine Test – Check for Starch

Purpose: Detects starch added to increase ghee quantity.

How to Do:

• Take 1 tsp of melted ghee in a bowl.

• Add a few drops of iodine solution (available at medical shops).

Result:

• 🔵 Blue/Purple color → Starch present → Adulterated

• ✅ No color change → Pure

 B. Double Boiler Test – Detect Vanaspati or Dalda

Purpose: Identifies mixing with hydrogenated fats.

How to Do:

• Mix 1 tsp ghee + 1 tsp sugar in a spoon/test tube.

• Heat using candle flame or double boiler.

Result:

• 🔴 Red coloration → Vanaspati mixed → Adulterated

• ✅ Melts evenly with no color → Pure Cow Ghee

 C. Freezing Test – Detect Blended Fats

Purpose: Checks for mixing with other oils.

How to Do:

• Pour some ghee into a glass container.

• Keep in the fridge for 1–2 hours.

Result:

• ✅ Uniform freezing → Pure

• 🟫 Layer formation or patches → Mixed with other fats

 D. Smell & Taste Test – Trust Your Senses

How to Identify:

• Pure ghee smells rich and nutty, especially when warm.

• Tastes pleasant with no greasy or plastic-like after-feel.

If it smells like oil or has no aroma – it’s probably adulterated.

 2. How Much Cow Ghee Should You Eat Daily?

For a healthy adult, the recommended daily intake is:

👉 1 to 2 teaspoons (5–10 ml) per day

Note: Adjust based on your digestion, lifestyle, and season.

 3. Seasonal Guide: Adjusting Ghee Intake as per Indian Climate

 4. Top Health Benefits of Pure Cow Ghee

Pure cow ghee is more than just fat – it’s a superfood in Ayurveda.

 Balances Tridosha (Vaat, Pitta, Kaph)

Reduces acidity, enhances skin glow, strengthens hair, improves eyesight.

 Aids Digestion

Improves absorption of nutrients and ensures smooth bowel movements.

 Boosts Brain Power

Sharpens memory, calms the mind, and supports mental clarity.

 Lubricates Joints

Acts as a natural lubricant to reduce joint pain and stiffness.

 Detoxifies the Body

Removes fat-soluble toxins from internal organs.

 Supports Gut & Immunity

Rich in butyric acid, which strengthens the intestinal wall.

 Increases Energy

Healthy fats in ghee provide long-lasting energy throughout the day.

 Why You Should Never Compare Cow Ghee to Refined Oils

• Refined oils and vanaspati are chemically processed and nutrient-poor

• They may increase risk of obesity, inflammation, and heart disease

• In contrast, pure cultured cow ghee (like Jagwonder’s Bilona Ghee) is medicine for your body

 Bring Back the Tradition of Pure Ghee in Every Meal

We at Jagwonder believe in purity, transparency, and tradition. Our cow ghee is made using the Bilona method, in small batches, ensuring no chemicals, no preservatives, and no adulteration.

Let’s return to the wisdom of our ancestors – and add a spoon of pure ghee to every meal.

Wishing you health, strength, and peace,
Bandu Pralhad Pawar
Founder – Jagwonder
🌐 www.jagwonder.net