Desi Ghee contains the fat of these 3 animals
The lab report has been shared by the state government. In which it has been claimed that the ghee used in the laddu contains many vegetable fats and animal fats. It has been found to contain animal fats obtained from soybean, sunflower, olive, rapeseed, flaxseed, wheat germ, corn germ, cotton seed, coconut, palm kernel, palm oil as well as beef tallow, lard and fish oil.
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The meaning of beef fat, lard and fish oil
People want to know which animal's fat was mixed in this ghee. The report mentions beef, fat and fish oil, which means that this ghee is adulterated.
- beef tallow- It is a white colored fat at room temperature, which is extracted from the organs of ruminant animals like buffalo, sheep, goat, cow and deer.
- God- This substance is made from pig fat. It can be a soft solid or a semi-solid.
- Fish oil- Fish oil is extracted from fish. It contains fat present in fish, which helps in treating many diseases.
The big dangers of animal fats
Animal fats are used extensively abroad. People eat them with great relish. But they are a rich source of dirty fats like trans. Their consumption can block veins and lead to heart attack, stroke, obesity and cancer.
Common adulteration in Desi Ghee
Desi Ghee is expensive and many things are mixed in it to increase the profit. Research Gateway But FSSAI says that adulteration in animal fat is rare, but adulteration in potato starch, coal tar dye, vegetable oil and vegetable grease is most common.
How to check fake ghee?
- Identification of starch in ghee- Adding 2-3 drops of iodine tincture to 1 teaspoon ghee changes the colour to blue.
- Identification of coal tar dye in ghee- By adding 5 ml of dilute suppuric acid to 1 teaspoon of Desi Ghee, its color becomes pink.
- Identification of vegetable oil in desi ghee- By adding diluted supluric acid to 1 spoon of ghee and stirring it, a deep red color is obtained.
- Identification of vegetable oil in ghee- By melting some ghee, adding sugar to it and stirring well, the colour becomes red.
Disclaimer: This article is for general information only. It cannot in any way be a substitute for any medicine or treatment. Always consult your doctor for more information.