GROUNDNUT
OIL.
5 Different
Uses and Benefits of Groundnut Oil
Groundnut,
for most of us, has been a good companion during snack-time hunger, casual
strolls in the park, or sheer boredom. Roasted, fried, boiled or salted, they
delight the taste buds in a substantial manner. They are a good source of
protein and fibre and are certainly a healthier substitute for oily snacks.
The goodness of these legumes can be consumed in an entirely
different form as well – groundnut oil (also known as peanut oil). Oil is
extracted by pressing harvested groundnuts and is then used for the purpose of
cooking.
How is it a better choice
than regular oils?
- Since
it has a high smoking point, groundnut oil can be used to deep fry a variety
of foods, especially Indian and Chinese. The formation of harmful
substances occurs only beyond the smoking point to which groundnut oil
takes a long time to reach.
- It
is also reusable. It can be filtered and used several times.
- Since
it has a neutral taste, it does not interfere with the core taste of the
dish. Also, it does not absorb the taste of the ingredients, making
reusability possible without an unnecessary overlapping of flavours.
- The
reusability makes it cost-effective.
- It
does not turn rancid easily and can be stored for long, provided it is
kept in a cool, dark, dry place.
What are the health
benefits of groundnut oil?
Groundnut oil, especially if it is organic, is
considered fairly healthy. The following are the health benefits of groundnut
oil:
1.
Source of unsaturated fats
Groundnuts contain 40 to 50 percent fat, and a
tablespoonful of the oil made from them contains 13.5 grams of fat. This fat
occurs in the form of different types of fatty acids such as oleic acid,
linoleic acid, stearic acid, etc. Most of this is unsaturated fat (both poly
and mono) which is believed to be a good, healthy source of fat. This reduces the
risk of heart disease and lowers bad cholesterol levels.
2.
Maintains heart health
Groundnut oil contains absolutely no
cholesterol and therefore does not add unnecessary dietary cholesterol to our
daily consumption. Atherosclerosis, a condition in which plaque forms around
the arteries and leads to thickening, can thus be avoided. It also has a
substance called resveratrol that decreases blood pressure and reduces stress
on the cardiovascular system.
3.
Contains antioxidants
Antioxidants protect the body from toxins and
free radicals. Groundnut oil contains phytochemicals and vitamin E, both of
which are natural antioxidants. It also reduces inflammation if consumed
regularly. It is said to keep many diseases like cancer at bay.
4.
Skin care
The vitamin E helps maintain good skin health,
making it look young and healthy. It prevents premature aging, wrinkles, and
marks caused by free radicals.
5.
Slows cognitive disorders
Resveratrol in groundnuts, in addition to
decreasing blood pressure, also slows down cognitive disorders like dementia
and Alzheimer’s disease. Being an antioxidant, it prevents free radicals from
breaking down neural pathways in the brain, thus stopping the progress of the
disease.
The antioxidants present
in groundnut oil are its greatest assets. If extracted with the use of heat,
these antioxidants may be damaged. Cold-pressed oils, on the other hand, retain
them.
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