For centuries, Indian households relied on oils extracted through traditional wooden churners known as lakdi ghani. These wood-pressed oils were once the cornerstone of health and flavor in Indian kitchens. But somewhere along the path of modernization, this ancient method faded into the background replaced by faster, mass-scale refined oils.
What Are Ghani Oils?
Ghani oils are extracted using a wooden press, known as lakdi ghani in Hindi. Seeds like mustard, sesame, groundnut, almond, and coconut are slowly crushed in a wooden churner, preserving their nutrients and natural aroma. Unlike refined oils, ghani oils are not exposed to high heat or chemicals, making them rich in natural antioxidants, flavor, and medicinal value.
Why Were Ghani Oils Replaced?
With industrialization, food companies turned to refined oils that offer a longer shelf life and lower cost. The process involves high heat, chemical solvents, and bleaching, stripping oils of their natural properties.
This shift may have made oils more stable for packaging, but it compromised purity and health.
Why the Ghani Method Still Wins Today
1. Nutrient-Rich & Chemical-Free
Unlike refined oils, ghani oils are not treated with hexane, preservatives, or heat. This slow and gentle extraction:
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Retains vitamins A, E, and essential fatty acids
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Keeps the natural aroma and taste of seeds intact
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Contains no additives, no refining, and no bleaching
2. Supports Heart Health & Digestion
Most ghani oils are rich in monounsaturated fats (MUFA) and polyunsaturated fats (PUFA), which are heart-friendly.
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Sesame oil improves blood pressure and cholesterol levels
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Groundnut oil supports digestion and is suitable for deep frying without breaking down
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Coconut oil aids metabolism and gut health
These benefits are retained only when the oils are extracted without heat or chemicals just like in the traditional ghani method.
3. Ayurveda-Approved for Daily Use
Ancient texts in Ayurveda have long promoted the use of cold (wood) pressed oils for their balancing and therapeutic properties.
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Sesame oil for Abhyanga (body massage)
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Mustard oil for joint relief and warming effects
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Almond oil for brain health and skin nourishment
The oils must be pure, unrefined, and naturally extracted exactly what lakdi ghani ensures.
4. Earth-Friendly & Sustainable
Ghani oil extraction uses minimal energy and supports small-scale farmers and artisans. It’s a low-carbon, chemical-free process that aligns with sustainable living.
Plus, unlike large-scale factories, these oils are made in small batches, often using seeds grown without pesticides.
Why Arth Agro Farms Ghani Oils Are Different
At Arth Agro Farms, we stay rooted in the values of purity and tradition. Every bottle of oil is:
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Extracted using wooden churners, without heat or solvents
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Made in small batches to ensure freshness
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Sourced from high-quality Indian seeds
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Filtered naturally no chemicals, no artificial flavor
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Packed in eco-friendly packaging
We offer a range of Ghani Oils including:
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Wood-Pressed Almond Oil
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Wood-Pressed Sesame (Til) Oil
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Wood-Pressed Groundnut (Mungfali) Oil
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Black and Yellow Mustard Oil
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Wood-Pressed Coconut Oil
Conclusion
Your kitchen doesn’t need fancier bottles. It needs purer oils.
Switching back to lakdi ghani oils isn’t about being old-fashioned it’s about rediscovering wisdom that worked. These oils nourish your body, support your health, and connect you to your roots.
Whether you're cooking, massaging, or just living naturally, Ghani oils are timeless companions that still win, even in today’s world.
