Health & Nutrition Blog | Theerthaa

Cold pressed castor oil in a glass bottle with castor seeds — used for hair growth and constipation relief

Cold-Pressed Castor Oil: Hair Growth, Constipation Relief & More

May 10, 2026

Cold-pressed castor oil — for hair growth, constipation relief, joint pain, and skin healing. 8 traditional Tamil uses + how to apply each correctly.

A brass ladle pouring golden pure cow ghee into a traditional clay pot, with a cow visible softly blurred in the background, warm rustic setting.

Pure Cow Ghee vs Regular Ghee: Is It Actually Worth the Price?

May 10, 2026

Pure cow ghee costs 2–3x more than dairy blend ghee. Is it worth it? We compare nutrition, smoke point, taste and production method honestly — no exaggeration.

Traditional Tamil heritage rice varieties including Karuppu Kavuni, Kullakar, Mappillai Samba, Pooni, and Thoyyamalli | Theerthaa

9 Traditional Tamil Rice Varieties Worth Bringing Back to Your Kitchen

May 10, 2026

Mappillai Samba, Kavuni, Seeraga Samba and more. Traditional Tamil rice is lower GI, higher in minerals, and tastes remarkable. Full guide + recipes.

Dark-golden cold pressed sesame oil in a clear glass bottle, with raw and toasted sesame seeds arranged on a dark wooden board.

Cold Pressed Sesame Oil (Nallennai): How to Use It Every Single Day

May 09, 2026

Cold pressed sesame oil — nallennai — is Tamil Nadu's most versatile oil. From tempering to oil pulling to body massage: 15 daily uses explained.

Close-up of cold pressed groundnut oil pouring from a clear glass bottle into a brass uruli, with fresh groundnuts scattered around.

Cold Pressed Groundnut Oil: 11 Proven Benefits (Backed by Ayurveda & Science)

May 09, 2026

Cold pressed groundnut oil lowers LDL cholesterol, supports heart health, and retains natural vitamin E. 11 science-backed benefits + daily use guide.

Cold Pressed / Wood Pressed / Kachi Ghani Coconut Oil Benefits

August 11, 2025

Unlock the tropical essence of purity with cold-pressed coconut oil. Derived from the finest coconuts and processed using the traditional...

Essential winter health products from Theerthaa — cold pressed sesame oil, karupatti, ragi, almonds, pumpkin seeds, and almond oil for immunity and warmth | Theerthaa

Essential Winter Products to Keep You Warm and Healthy

August 11, 2025

Winter puts specific demands on your body — immunity, skin hydration, joint comfort, and warmth from within. This guide covers the traditional Indian pantry staples that address all of them: cold pressed sesame oil, karupatti, ragi, almonds, pumpkin seeds, and more.