Sunflower oil: benefits and properties
With him olive oil, the sunflower oil It also becomes another of the varieties of oils that are consumed more every day. While it is true that olive oil tends to be consumed raw, sunflower oil is more common at the time of cooking (especially fried).
It is usually considered a less healthy oil, but the truth is that although it is in a lower position than olive oil in terms of its different nutritional benefits, the reality is that it is an excellent source of heart-healthy fats.
As you surely know, it is a type of oil that is obtained from the sunflower seeds, and it is constituted in 99.9% by fat.
Benefits of sunflower oil
- High content of polyunsaturated fatty acidsOf these, linolenic acid and linoleic acid stand out. Both are essential to prevent cardiovascular disease by reducing total cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
- High vitamin E content: together with olive oil, sunflower oil stands out for its richness in vitamin E, a natural antioxidant that helps protect our body from the action of free radicals, helping in turn to prevent degenerative diseases and cancer .
How to consume sunflower oil to enjoy its properties?
Unlike what happens with olive oil (which is very common to consume raw, especially with bread, in salads or accompanied by tomatoes), it is very common that sunflower oil is only used for cooking, especially in frying.
This is a complete mistake, since from a nutritional point of view it is even better to fry food in olive oil than in sunflower oil.
Therefore, the most advisable is to consume it raw, being this the best option at the time of preserving its benefits and nutritional properties. This article is published for informational purposes only. You can not and should not replace the consultation with a Nutritionist. We advise you to consult your trusted Nutritionist. ThemesOil
