Types of traditional oils for wellness

Fats are very important for the health of every individual.  We often consider oils/fats as hazardous for our health but a considerate amount of fat is important to sustain a good healthy lifestyle or wellness. Traditional oils are considered optimum when it comes to have a moderate amount of fat. Cooking oils are very essential as they lead to a good cooking experience. The selection of traditional or cooking oils depends largely over the boiling point of the oil. The most important thing to consider when choosing oil is its smoke point, or the temperature at which the oil starts burning. When you heat oil past its smoke point it can lose flavor, nutrients, and even release harmful molecules called free radicals.  

Types of traditional oils for wellness: 

There are different types of traditional oils that we can use for our wellbeing. 

•  Polyphenol rich olive oil 

We all are well-aware with the taste and importance of olive oil. People all over the globe make extensive use of olive oil in their food recipes. One most common type of it is polyphenol olive oil. This comprises of phenolic groups and these are further present in every other fruit, vegetable and other processed food types. Polyphenol olive oil poses some amazing health benefits and is considered great for wellness of every folk. It helps in inflammation reduction and combatting the effects of cancer and cardiovascular diseases, when combined with a nutritious diet and active lifestyle. To create polyphenol rich olive oil, the oil is extracted from olives that are carefully selected to maximize the presence of the compounds 

•  Cold pressed olive oil 

Another important part of the olive oil family is the all-rounder compressed oil. It has a fruit smell and taste. It allows the phenolic groups to be reserved at relatively low temperatures. Compressed olive oil is made through the crushing of olives into a paste and then the paste undergoes a mechanical process to create olive oil. In addition to being rich in vitamins E and K, studies have shown a link between diets high in cold pressed olive oil and healthy brain function. A recent four-and-a-half-year study of 923 individuals reported a reduction of 53% in the rate of Alzheimer’s disease among participants who closely followed the MIND diet. Thereby compressed oil adds a lot towards the wellness of every folk using it. 

• Sunflower oil  

Sunflower is an amazing alternative to olive oil. It is highly rich in vitamin k and E. it usually comprises of low grade saturated fats and is rich in both monosaturated and polysaturated fatty acids that adds to a healthy lifestyle. The polyunsaturated amount of fat in sunflower has omega 3 and omega 6 that are highly essential for heart diseases. One can create sunflower oil through chemicals means or by compressing. The oil created through compressed means is known as unrefined oil whereas the chemically extracted oil is called as the refined oil. Both pose amazing health benefits if use for cooking 

• Hemp oil 

Hemp oil is new to the market but it has gained pretty much popularity nowadays. Hemp oil is often confused with CBD oil. But to avoid this confusion we must know that CBD has cannabidiol oil in it which is extracted from plants and is used for stress-relief and is ideal for treating insomnia. Whereas hemp oil comprises of vitamin E and polyunsaturated fats. Hemp oil has been linked to a range of alleged health benefits, including reducing inflammation and combating the effects of PMS, although more research is required for conclusive results. It may be applied to the skin, but it’s also gaining popularity in food preparation. 

• Vegetable oil  

There is no doubt related to the beneficial effects of vegetable oil. It has fatty acids and glycerol in it and is used by almost everyone for cooking aspects. It has the ability to raise or increase the metabolism of obese folks. If a person adds vegetable oil in their diet for regular basis they can see a marked reduction in blood pressure and blood sugar levels of every folk. Hence altogether it can reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases in the folk’s body  

• Coconut oil  

Coconut oil is used a lot by beauty lovers as it is amazing when used on skin and hair. But you know that coconut is also used for cooking or baking certain smoothies and desserts as well. Coconut oil high calorie content hence not commonly used by every household for well-being. Although coconut oil has also been linked to positive health benefits, such as helping to control blood sugar levels and boosting good cholesterol, the results of applied studies have varied wildly, leaving researchers unable to confirm the alleged health benefits. Unrefined coconut oil tends to retain a stronger flavour, although refined coconut oil is more stable when exposed to high temperatures, making it the better choice for any recipes involving heat. 

• Avocado oil  

People all over the world eat avocado for many heath benefits. Avocado oil also gives amazing health benefits and is considered great for wellness of the folks consuming it. The oil has a very neutral taste and comprises of polyunsaturated fats that are great for the heart. You can expect a high smoke point from avocado oil. One can use avocado oil in moderate amount to lead a healthy lifestyle and to stay active too. 

Conclusion  

All the above mentioned oils are highly effective in providing adequate health benefits. You can use whichever oil you like or the one that suit you well.