Sunflower oil is a healthier alternative to groundnut oil because it is not as high in saturated fat and has more nutritional benefits. Sunflower and Groundnut oils both have a high smoke point which means that they can be heated to high temperatures without the risk of burning.
Read moreOne of the major issues that most of us grapple with is Overweight & Obesity. This leads to various chronic conditions like diabetes, blood pressure, indigestion, etc. People spend huge sums of money to lose unnecessary weight. Taking care of Weight loss has become an industry by itself. On the one end, many advertisements are broadcasted thru various channels to woo people to eat junk food, and from the other various videos and consultation clinics have popped up to handle weigh loss. Did you ever think for a moment, why is it so hard to lose weight? After all, it is your body so you should be able to transform it the way you want to.
Read moreVitamins are compounds that are essential for the health of humans and other vertebrates but cannot be self-synthesized by these animals and must therefore be obtained in the diet.
Read moreLet’sLive Sesame oil is cold pressed from locally sourced native Sesame seeds. It is rich in antioxidants and possesses antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. In general Sesame oil comes in a few forms made with pressed plain seeds or roasted seeds and used in various ways in Chinese, Japanese, South Indian, and Middle Eastern cuisines. Its vitamin E content assists in protecting the skin and scalp from damaging environmental factors like pollution. It contains fatty acids that support healthy skin and hair.
Read moreCoconut oil is considered a panacea for all ills in India. It is used for various purposes starting with its application on our heads for healthy hair, as the preferred oil for cooking in some parts of India or to apply it on a bruise for faster healing. It is indeed a life saver for millions in India, a first aid of sorts – but let’s dive a little deeper and see if science backs this up.
Read moreGroundnut oil is a plant-based oil that is widely used in Africa and Asia. Derived from peanuts also known as groundnuts, Groundnut oil is extracted by cold-pressing, which means the peanuts are crushed without heating them. Groundnut oil has a high smoke point and a neutral taste, which makes it perfect for sauteing and deep frying. It also has an excellent balance of polyunsaturated fats & saturated fats, giving it a low cholesterol content when compared to other oils such as olive or coconut oils.
Read moreSesame, commonly known as benne, is a flowering plant in the family Sesamum. There are many wild relatives in Africa and in India. It has become widely naturalized in tropical areas all over the world and is grown for its edible, pod-shaped seeds.
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