I try to consume oil as little as possible, but when I do I use healthier alternatives. There are other types of oils that do not damage your health and give essential nutrients. Coconut oil, avocado oil, olive oil, sesame seed oil and hemp seed are good choices.
1. Organic Olive Oil, Extra Virgin-
Olive oil is high in monounsaturated fats and contains vitamins E and K. It can serve as a natural anti inflammatory. The real extra virgin olive oil is loaded with antioxidants, some of which have powerful health benefits.
* To be sure I am consuming the real olive oil I try to buy the exta virgin, cold pressed. It has been found that some companies of olive oil have not been honest. They dilute their oils with other types that are hydrogenated (such as canola or cooton oil)
How I use the olive oil? I prefer not to heat it, I use it to season cold foods like salads.
Olive oil is high in monounsaturated fats and contains vitamins E and K. It can serve as a natural anti inflammatory. The real extra virgin olive oil is loaded with antioxidants, some of which have powerful health benefits.
* To be sure I am consuming the real olive oil I try to buy the exta virgin, cold pressed. It has been found that some companies of olive oil have not been honest. They dilute their oils with other types that are hydrogenated (such as canola or cooton oil)
How I use the olive oil? I prefer not to heat it, I use it to season cold foods like salads.
2. Organic Coconut Oil - The health benefits of coconut oil include: stress relief, cholesterol level maintenance, weight loss, boosted immune system, proper digestion and regulated metabolism. It also provides relief from kidney problems, heart diseases, high blood pressure, diabetes and cancer, while helping to improve dental quality and bone strength.
I use two types of coconut oils:
A. Organic Virgin Coconut Oil, unrefined –The benefits and nutritional value is higher than others. I use it for hair and skin care as well for baking and cooking over low heat. This oil is very pure/concentrated, therefor before using it, it is good to know that you could smell and taste the coconut flavor in your food. It's smoking point is 350 F.
B. Organic Coconut Oil, refined- I use it to: sauté and stir-fry vegetables and meat, make rice, pastas do for baking. The smoking point is 400-450 F. You can't taste much of the coconut flavor.
A. Organic Virgin Coconut Oil, unrefined –The benefits and nutritional value is higher than others. I use it for hair and skin care as well for baking and cooking over low heat. This oil is very pure/concentrated, therefor before using it, it is good to know that you could smell and taste the coconut flavor in your food. It's smoking point is 350 F.
B. Organic Coconut Oil, refined- I use it to: sauté and stir-fry vegetables and meat, make rice, pastas do for baking. The smoking point is 400-450 F. You can't taste much of the coconut flavor.
3. Avocado Oil- Is rich in protein and unsaturated fats. It also contains the highest concentration of monounsaturated fat, potassium, and vitamins A, E and D.
How I use the avocado oil? I use it for frying or cooking at high temperatures. The smoke point is 500 F.
I’ve bought it in Costco, HEB, Marshalls and TJ Max.
How I use the avocado oil? I use it for frying or cooking at high temperatures. The smoke point is 500 F.
I’ve bought it in Costco, HEB, Marshalls and TJ Max.
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