Palm oil is extracted from the fruit of the oil palm tree, scientifically known as Elaeis guineensis, and is one of the most widely used oils globally. This oil is semi-solid at room temperature and has a longer shelf life, making it the preferred choice for the food industry, restaurants, and street food vendors. However,…
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Which Cooking Oils are Best in India for Everyday Cooking and Health
India is popular for its rich flavours and multiple ingredients, making it the only nation that hubs multiple regional cuisines. Just as there are many different dishes across the country, there are also numerous types of cooking oils that play a vital role in making meals delicious and healthy. While some oils are healthy, others…
What Makes a Cooking Oil Truly Healthy in India?
Cooking and cooking oil both play a crucial role in our daily lives. Our bodies require oils and fats, though in small amounts, as they carry essential vitamins, fatty acids, and other nutrients vital for overall health. Many people consider fats to be unhealthy and associate them with obesity, weight gain, and heart problems. However,…
5 Reasons Why Organic Chia Seeds Are Healthy
About Chia Seeds – the good health factor Chia seeds are tiny, oval seeds that come from the Salvia hispanica plant, a member of the mint family native to Central and South America. They have a mild flavour and are known for being easy to add to a variety of foods, such as smoothies, yogurt,…
Cardiologist Reveal Best Cooking Oils in India to Support Long-Term Heart Health
In an article published on the Hindustan Times, a cardiologist warns about the potential risk of increased heart disease, cancer, and obesity associated with the consumption of highly processed and treated daily cooking oils. The heart expert highlights that certain seed oils often labelled as ‘heart-friendly ‘ may not benefit your heart health and could,…
Reheating Oils Form Toxins – Switch to Cold-Pressed Oils to Protect Your Health
Sharma Ji had just returned from the doctor, clutching a prescription and with a mindful of doubts. His head was still ringing with the questions that the doctor has asked. He had assured the doctor that he always had home-cooked meals, and he also believed he made healthy choices. But the rising cholesterol levels and…
Despite High Saturated Fat, Is Ghee Healthy For All
Ghee is also known as clarified butter, a product made from milk, and is a popular ingredient in Indian and Middle Eastern cuisines. The process for producing ghee is quite simple and can be done at home. Milk is boiled and sometimes cultured to make curd (yogurt). The curd is then churned to separate butter…
How Jivo Wheatgrass Juice Helps Digestion Naturally and Boosts Immunity ( think COVID !)
The notorious virus, COVID-19, knocks again in India. Though it’s not as severe as it was in 2021-2022, but few deaths have been reported in various Indian states. Those with weak immunity are more likely to contract COVID-19, as their body’s defences are not strong enough to fight the virus. But the good news is,…
20 Health Benefits of Best Cold-Pressed Oils in India
Cooking is not about a just a daily chore, cooking is a powerful expression of love, culture, and care for our well-being. The choices we make in the kitchen directly shape our health, energy, and happiness. Obviously the purity and nutritional content of what we cook and of course, the cooking oils, are aspects we should…
Best Cooking Oils in India to Help Prevent Fatty Liver Disease
Fatty Liver – the disease that you find common mention in the news these days, but are vague about it. Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a non-communicable disease, yet its prevalence is quite high in India. Around 38% of the adult Indian population was diagnosed with NAFLD, with Chandigarh recording the highest prevalence at…