What are cold pressed oils? Why you need to choose them? 

What is cold pressed oil? 

Cold pressed oils are extracted through moderate pressure which are organic from seeds, nuts and even vegetables, exactly how our ancestors extracted it 1000 of years ago. These oils are more nutritious to your body than the highly refined oils and plus enhance the taste of your food if used in cooking; especially Indian cuisine. 

To know more read on:

Why choose cold pressed oils other than regular refined oils?

It is important that the oil you’re using in your diet is nutritious but the refined oil you buy after watching advertisements on TV which promise you lose weight with labels like Losorb, refined, blanched, Lite which means that they have been highly processed through extreme heat and are gone through the rigmarole of chemicals and processing and seldom have any nutrients in them. What is the point in adding such oils in your diet which have nothing but empty calories to offer you.Now, let’s see the benefits which explain why cold pressed oil is way better than your refined oil.

Benefits of cold pressed oils:

1) They are rich in nutrition: Cold pressed oils contain all essential nutrients like vitamins, antioxidants, phospholipids, lecithin and protein too!

2) They’re free from harmful chemicals: While refining, various chemicals are used like Sodium, Hexane, Hydroxide, Bleaching Agents, Sodium bicarbonate etc. Cold pressed oils are totally organic and free from chemicals like Gallate, Propyl, BHT, BHA which are mentioned as preservatives in other oils which very toxic. If you prefer living organically and avoid chemicals, you must think about switching to cold pressed oils.

3) Low cholesterol: Cold pressed oils are extracted with less heat which saves all nutrition and is great for skin and helps in losing weight as it is easy to digest due to low cholesterol level.

4) Boosts immune system: The natural antioxidants in cold pressed oil help reduce radical cell damage in your body and they are also rich in vitamin E, with properties like healing and anti-inflammation.

Some cold pressed oils available in market: Coconut oil, Sesame oil, Groundnut oil, Olive oil, Flaxseed oil

Tips to remember: Try adding these oil gradually in your diet as your body may take time to adapt to it if you’re used to eating refined oils from longer period. These oils are free from harmful chemical preservatives so make sure to consume within 3-4 months. Store in dark container and keep them in cool place like refrigerator.

Switch to cold pressed oils and see effective results!

Credits – Dr. Surabhi Jain (Dietitian/Nutritionist)