The Healing Power of Ghee: Why Ayurveda Calls It Liquid Gold for Postpartum Mothers

Written By kaleigh calhoun

Ghee, or clarified butter, is called "liquid gold" in Ayurveda—and for good reason. After birth, a mother’s body is dry, depleted, and tender. Ghee offers deep, oily nourishment that heals from the inside out.

Postpartum Benefits of Ghee

  • Strengthens digestion (agni) and improves nutrient absorption

  • Lubricates joints and tissues to counteract dryness

  • Builds ojas—vital life force and immunity

  • Promotes hormonal balance and lactation

  • Soothes inflammation and balances Vata

Drizzle it on kitchari, blend it into milk tonics, or stir into stews. Ghee is a sacred food that carries medicine and restores the radiance of the mother.

kaleigh calhoun
Previous

Dashmula Tea — An Ancient Ayurvedic Elixir for Grounding Vata After Birth
Next

Stewed Dried Fruits — Sweet Nectar for a New Mama’s Digestive Fire