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Does Olive Oil Lose Its Health Benefits When Cooked On Low Flame?
Question: Hi doctor, does extra virgin olive oil turn harmful to body if cooked on low flame? If so, for cooking, which grade of olive oil is the best? I found pomace oil good in articles. Is pomace olive oil good for lowering ldl?
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello
After going through the medical query raised by you I would like to tell any edible oil if subjected to heat for a prolonged time or till it gives off smoke becomes harmful for body.
So whenever cooking is done make sure oil doesn't smoke of or get over heated.
Extra Virgin olive oil is best for LDL reduction also it contains good amount of anti oxidants.
I hope this information will answer your query.
Kind Regards
Dr Bhanu partap
Please refer to the detailed answer below
Detailed Answer:
Hello
After going through the medical query raised by you I would like to tell any edible oil if subjected to heat for a prolonged time or till it gives off smoke becomes harmful for body.
So whenever cooking is done make sure oil doesn't smoke of or get over heated.
Extra Virgin olive oil is best for LDL reduction also it contains good amount of anti oxidants.
I hope this information will answer your query.
Kind Regards
Dr Bhanu partap
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