Ghee

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Common questions

Is Ghee healthy?

Ghee scores 90/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. Ghee is a minimally processed product made by clarifying butter, which removes milk solids and enhances its shelf life.

How processed is Ghee?

Ghee is NOVA Group 2: Processed Culinary Ingredients.

Which ingredients drive Ghee's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Clarified Butter counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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90 Excellent

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Whole Foods Market
Category Butter
Summary

Ghee is a minimally processed product made by clarifying butter, which removes milk solids and enhances its shelf life. It is a high-quality source of saturated fats, often derived from grass-fed butter, providing beneficial omega-3 fatty acids and CLA. The simplicity of its single ingredient and minimal processing contribute to its high rating.

Key ingredients 1

Clarified Butter
Good

Clarified butter, or ghee, is a high-quality source of saturated fats that are stable at high temperatures. It is made by removing milk solids from butter, which enhances its shelf life and makes it suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals. Ghee is often made from grass-fed butter, which can contain higher levels of beneficial omega-3 fatty acids and CLA.

Benefits

Rich in fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, E, and K, and contains butyrate, which supports gut health and reduces inflammation.

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Processing

Group 2 · Culinary ingredients

Processed Culinary Ingredients

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