The skin is the largest organ in the human body, accounting for about 15% of body weight. It is the silent protector, which prevents water loss, and shields against scorching temperature and environmental odds. To ensure the skin holds its protective properties, regular skin care is required, which includes hydration, nutrition, and protection to maintain…
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Three Reasons Why Jivo Cold-Pressed Mustard Oil Is One of the Best Cooking Oils in India
Mustard oil is quite popular in India and consumed mostly in the northern and eastern regions of the country. Some food historians claim it has been in use since 3000 BC, and it still holds its popularity as one of the best cooking oils in Indian kitchens. I’m the kitchen queen of my home and…
How Extra Virgin Olive Oil Made My Pregnancy Healthier
My First Pregnancy Scare I still remember the day when I found out I was expecting my first child, I was thrilled ! My heart was bursting with joy, but almost instantly, it was followed by a wave of questions, doubts, and a little bit of panic. Like most first-time moms,I wanted to do everything…
Why Mediterranean Diet is Healthy – Is it the Magic of Olive Oil?
Olive oil in the Mediterranean Diet boosts health, especially the heart health. Using Jivo’s best cold-pressed olive oils in Indian cooking can be a game changer. What is Mediterranean Diet ? The Mediterranean diet, as it name suggests, is the traditional cuisine of countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea. It emphasizes plant-based foods, sea food and…
The Heart-Healthy Benefits of Olive Oil – Proven Benefits Backed by Science
It’s purity that flashes in my mind whenever I come across olive oil. That’s the reputation it holds. I already knew the health benefits of olive oil in cooking, but my trust in it instilled deeper when I came across an observational study on olive oil. An observational study to determine the health effects of…
Much feared cholesterol, but you can manage it – Healthy Fats from Cold-Pressed Cooking Oils can help here
You will be surprised to know that cholesterol helps produce Vitamin D, which helps strengthen bones. Cholesterol is also needed to make important reproductive hormones like estrogen, testosterone, and progesterone. If in excess, cholesterol can block the coronary arteries, which reduces oxygen supply to the heart, thereby increasing the risk of a heart attack. What…
Frying Pooris Guilt-Free – Why Jivo Cold Press Groundnut Oil Is My Top Pick
Can’t give up Pooris? Now you don’t have to. We just cannot resist the temptation of our traditional treat diet – Pooris, even if they are oil-dipped and pose health threat if consumption is in excess. That’s the craze of pooris in India and it’s in my family too. At first, I used to get…
More Than Just Teacups – Celebrate International Tea Day the Jivo Way
21 May – Celebrated as International Tea Day 2025, has been dedicated by The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), as a global celebration of culture, wellness, and the quiet power of nature’s most comforting beverage. But at Jivo, we’re infusing this tradition with a modern twist. Beyond the Teacup – A…
What are the best cooking oils in India?
Looking for the best cooking oils in India? Find out which oils offer the most health benefits, from cold-pressed olive oil to nutritious mustard and sunflower oils. India’s Rising Edible Oil Consumption NITI Aayog highlights the sudden peak in per capita consumption of edible oils in India, recording 19.7 kg/year consumption outpacing domestic production. India…
4 Reasons Why Cold-Pressed Canola Oil is Best for Cooking
Indians love and the variety of Indian cuisine is mind-boggling ! However, this is also leading to an increase in obesity and health related issues. The reason is that most of this food uses unhealthy oil to cook. So What makes an Oil healthy or Unhealthy ? And which Oil is the best option /…