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Dabur

100% Pure Cow Ghee

Name: 100% Pure Cow Ghee
Brand: Dabur

Use in moderation SafeShelf · review pending

NOVA 2single ingredientno preservativesno artificial coloursnaturally rich vitamin Ahigh saturated fatgluten-freeinfant-safelactose-freepregnancy-safenut-freediabetic-safe

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4.5 g

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01 — Ingredient mix

What’s in the box, ranked from most concerning.

Each ingredient gets a tier from our researched dossier. The list sorts worst-first; the donut summarises the distribution. Tap any ingredient for its full dossier.

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02 — Claims audit

Every label claim, fact-checked.

We treat each claim as a question — does what’s inside back it up? Tap a claim for the reasoning.

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claims fully supported

“100% Pure Cow Ghee”true

Ingredient list confirms a single ingredient: Milk Fat at 100%. No adulterants or additions declared.

“Good Source of Energy”true

At 897 kcal per 100g, ghee is one of the most energy-dense foods available; even a 4.5g serving delivers ~40 kcal purely from fat.

“Rich in Vitamin A”true

Raw label data confirms 820 mcg Vitamin A per 100g, which is a substantial level for a fat-based product.

“Vitamin A provides Antioxidant action”true

Vitamin A (retinol and its precursors) is a recognised fat-soluble antioxidant nutrient; this is scientifically supported by EFSA and WHO dietary references.

“Taste & Aroma in Every Spoon”unverified

Subjective sensory claim; no objective data in any of the four sources can confirm or contradict it.

“Great Taste & Aroma”unverified

Subjective sensory claim; no panel data or certification in available information.

“Daanedaar Ghee made by Hygienic Process”unverified

'Daanedaar' (granular texture) is a traditional quality marker for slow-churned ghee but no process documentation, certification, or audit report is present in the available data to verify the manufacturing hygiene claim.

03 — The fuller picture

Read the whole thing if a one-line verdict isn’t enough.

What’s in favour, and what’s working against it

In favour

Single ingredient — 100% milk fat, no additives
No artificial colours, flavours, or preservatives
Naturally rich in Vitamin A (820 mcg per 100g)
Zero added trans fat (industrially hydrogenated)
No added sugar or sodium-based additives
High smoke point — stable for Indian cooking methods

Working against

Extremely high saturated fat — 70.5g per 100g
High dietary cholesterol — 181mg per 100g
Calorie-dense at 897 kcal per 100g; easy to over-consume
Caution warranted for heart disease, diabetes, and liver conditions

Who should approach with care

Heart Disease — High saturated fat (70.5g/100g) and cholesterol oxidation products formed during heating are linked to atherogenic risk (PMID:2887943, PMID:22131700); use in strict moderation.

Hypertension — Diets high in saturated fat can adversely affect lipid profiles and compound cardiovascular risk in individuals already managing hypertension.

Diabetes — High saturated fat intake may exacerbate insulin resistance and affect glycaemic control; research on ghee's metabolic effects (PMID:22131700) recommends limiting quantity in diabetic diets.

Liver Disease — A fat-dense food at ~900 kcal/100g can stress hepatic metabolism in individuals with NAFLD or cirrhosis; clinician guidance on fat intake is essential.

Lactose Intolerance — Although most lactose is removed during clarification, trace milk proteins may remain; individuals with severe dairy sensitivity should test personal tolerance carefully.

Infants — Ghee should only be introduced at age-appropriate stages under paediatric guidance; excess saturated fat is not recommended for very young children.

Gout — High-calorie, high-fat foods can contribute to metabolic syndrome and weight gain, which are independent risk factors for gout flares; moderation is generally recommended.

Other — Individuals managing obesity or seeking weight loss should note that ghee is calorie-dense (~900 kcal/100g) and excessive consumption can significantly disrupt energy balance.

The full analysis

Bought by millions of Indian households for daily cooking, tadka, and religious use, Dabur Cow Ghee is one of the cleanest label products in its category — one ingredient, zero additives, no preservatives, and naturally carrying Vitamin A (820 mcg/100g). The catch is its nutritional profile: at 897 kcal/100g with 70.5g saturated fat and 181mg cholesterol, it is one of the most calorie- and saturated-fat-dense foods available, and anyone with heart disease, diabetes, or liver conditions should treat it as a condiment rather than a cooking oil. For the general healthy adult, moderate use — the labelled 1-tsp (4.5g) serving — is unlikely to be harmful and aligns with how ghee is traditionally consumed.

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