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Jan 30, 2025 Join Professor Nita Forouhi, an expert in population health and nutrition from the University of Cambridge, as she dives into the world of cooking oils. Discover the truth behind costly oils versus regular options and whether coconut and avocado oils are worth the splurge. Unravel the mysteries of harmful trans fats versus beneficial unsaturated fats, and learn how processing methods affect olive oil quality. With a mix of science and practical advice, you'll be empowered to make healthier cooking choices!
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Margarine and Trans Fats
- Check ingredient lists for partially hydrogenated vegetable oils which contain trans fats.
- Modern margarines without partially hydrogenated oils are acceptable in a healthy diet.
Olive Oil and Processing
- Extra virgin olive oil is the least processed form and closest to its natural state.
- Olive oil, despite slightly higher saturated fat, is healthy due to monounsaturated fats and other beneficial compounds.
Smoke Points and Oil Choices
- Use olive oil for lower temperatures and other oils with higher smoke points for frying.
- Heating oils past their smoke point releases harmful chemicals like aldehydes.