Bitter Ghee
Medicated ghee preparation that helps balance HDL and improves cholesterol conversion to testosterone
Bitter Ghee (Tikta Ghrita)
According to Ayurveda, bitter ghee (tikta ghrita) helps balance HDL cholesterol and improves the processing of cholesterol into testosterone. However, tikta ghrita and all bitter substances will reduce the production of sperm. This preparation is particularly useful when the liver is weak and unable to properly transform cholesterol.
Source: Textbook of Ayurveda: Fundamental Principles, Chapter Six: Dhatus Part II (Meda, Asthi, Majja, Shukra/Artava)
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