I have researched on ghee extensively, and prepare it myself. It does not seem to affect people who have normal levels of cholesterol... Applied directly to the skin it works wonderfully for many people who suffer from Rosacea, I have mild rosacea but it has helped me greatly with it. I suggest to try it on your face or neck, it is very soothing and it is technically not lactose any longer since the casein is gone in the process of preparing Ghee. That is why even lactose intolerant people can consume it...