Frequently Asked Questions
Get Answers to Common Questions About Shobhna’s Ayurveda, Our Products, and How We Bring Ayurveda’s Wisdom to Your Wellness Journey.
About Shobhna’s Ayurveda
What is Shobhna’s Ayurveda?
Shobhna’s Ayurveda is a UK-based wellness brand inspired by the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda. Founded by Shobhna Dass, our mission is to bring purity, authenticity, and natural wellness into everyday life.
What makes your products different?
Our products are created with authenticity and care, blending traditional Ayurvedic principles with modern quality standards. We use only natural ingredients, with no artificial additives or preservatives, and prepare everything in small batches to ensure purity and freshness.
Do you follow Ayurvedic principles in your product development?
Yes. Each product is thoughtfully developed to reflect Ayurveda’s holistic approach to wellness — balancing taste, nourishment, and everyday wellbeing.
About Shobhna’s Organic Desi Ghee
What makes your ghee unique?
Our Organic Desi Ghee is handcrafted in the UK from 100% organic, grass-fed butter sourced from trusted British farms. Using small-batch, slow-cooking methods inspired by Ayurveda, we ensure purity, authenticity, and rich flavour in every jar.
Is ghee healthy?
Yes. In Ayurveda, ghee has long been valued as a nourishing superfood. It is naturally lactose-free and gluten-free, supports digestion, and provides fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E & K) as well as beneficial fatty acids like CLA and butyrate.
Do I need to refrigerate ghee?
No. Ghee is shelf-stable and does not require refrigeration. Store it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, and it will remain fresh for up to 18 months.
How can I use ghee?
Ghee is highly versatile. Use it for cooking, baking, or frying, or enjoy it as a spread. It also enhances teas, porridges, and traditional Ayurvedic recipes with added nourishment and flavour.
Lifestyle & Ayurveda
Is ghee suitable for vegetarians?
Yes. Ghee is made from butter and is entirely vegetarian.
Can ghee be used for wellness rituals?
Absolutely. In Ayurveda, ghee is often used beyond the kitchen — in herbal teas, warm milk tonics, or externally in traditional rituals for skin and joint care.
Are Ayurvedic products suitable for daily use?
Yes. Ayurveda is about balance and consistency. Our ghee, teas, and spice mixes are designed to be incorporated into daily routines as natural, wholesome ways to support overall wellbeing.
Ordering & Shipping
Are your products natural and preservative-free?
Yes. All Shobhna’s Ayurveda products are made with natural ingredients and contain no artificial additives, flavourings, or preservatives.
Do you ship across the UK?
Yes. We offer fast and reliable delivery throughout the UK. Orders are usually processed within 1–2 business days and delivered within 3–5 working days.
Do you offer international shipping?
Currently, we ship only within the UK. International delivery options are being explored and will be announced soon.
Where can I buy Shobhna’s Ayurveda products?
Our products are available directly through our website, and we are also expanding into select retail and market outlets.
Understanding Ayurveda
What is Ayurveda?
Ayurveda is an ancient system of natural wellness that originated in India over 5,000 years ago. It focuses on balance between body, mind, and spirit through diet, lifestyle, and natural remedies.
What does “dosha” mean in Ayurveda?
According to Ayurveda, each person has a unique balance of three energies, or doshas:
- Vata (air & space): Governs movement, creativity, and flexibility.
- Pitta (fire & water): Governs digestion, metabolism, and transformation.
- Kapha (earth & water): Governs strength, stability, and immunity.
These doshas influence everything from digestion and energy levels to mood and overall health. Food, like ghee, can help restore balance among the doshas.
Why is Ayurveda still relevant today?
Ayurveda’s principles are timeless. Its focus on natural foods, mindful living, and prevention aligns perfectly with modern wellness trends. By combining traditional wisdom with today’s quality standards, Shobhna’s Ayurveda makes it accessible for everyday life.
Ghee in Ayurveda
What is ghee?
Ghee is clarified butter — butter that has been gently simmered to remove milk solids and water, leaving behind pure, golden butterfat. In Ayurveda, it is regarded as one of the most nourishing foods.
Why is ghee considered special in Ayurveda?
Ghee is a sattvic food — pure, balancing, and life-enhancing. It supports digestion (agni), nourishes body tissues (dhatus), sharpens memory and intellect, and strengthens ojas — the vital energy linked to resilience and immunity.
Is ghee suitable for all doshas?
Yes — in moderation. Ghee balances Vata and Pitta very well due to its grounding and cooling qualities. For Kapha, it can be enjoyed sparingly, especially when paired with warming spices.
Why is ghee easier to digest than butter?
The slow cooking process removes most of the lactose and casein proteins, making ghee naturally lactose-free and easier to digest compared to butter.
How is ghee used traditionally in Ayurveda?
Ghee is used in multiple ways — in cooking, for herbal preparations, in cleansing rituals (panchakarma), and externally for skin and joint care.
Everyday Use
Can I cook with ghee at high heat?
Yes. Ghee has a high smoke point (around 250°C), making it excellent for frying, sautéing, and baking without breaking down into harmful compounds.
How can ghee be used outside of cooking?
In Ayurveda, ghee is also used for rituals, as a natural moisturiser for skin and lips, and in warm drinks or tonics as part of a daily wellness routine.
Everyday Wellness & Doshas
How can I use ghee and spices together for balance?
Ayurveda often combines ghee with herbs and spices to enhance both taste and wellness benefits. For example:
- Ghee with turmeric and black pepper in warm milk is soothing for Pitta and supports digestion.
- Ghee with cumin or ginger can help balance Vata.
- Light teas with warming spices such as cinnamon or clove pair well with Kapha types.
Can Ayurvedic teas help balance doshas too?
Yes. Herbal and spice-based teas are an easy way to support balance:
- Vata teas: warming, grounding herbs like ginger and cinnamon.
- Pitta teas: cooling ingredients like fennel, mint, or rose.
- Kapha teas: invigorating spices like black pepper, turmeric, or cardamom.
Health Benefits of Ghee
What are the main health benefits of ghee?
• Supports digestion by stimulating agni (digestive fire)
• Provides healthy fats that nourish the brain and nervous system
• Rich in fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K for immunity, bone, and skin health
• Contains butyrate, which supports gut health and reduces inflammation
• Source of conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), linked with improved heart and metabolic health
• Strengthens ojas — vital energy, immunity, and resilience according to Ayurveda
• Promotes glowing skin and joint lubrication when consumed or applied externally
• High smoke point makes it safer for cooking than many oils
