In the 1960s, the edible oils industry began a campaign to convince us that vegetable oils are healthy.
Yes, these oils are derived from natural sources. But by the time they make it to your grocery store, they are anything but good for you. Corn oil, for example, contains none of the vitamins, minerals, and fiber found in the plant itself.
A number of studies have shown a link between processed oils and heart disease. Processed oils have also been associated with asthma, blindness, cancer, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s, stroke, and liver problems. Meanwhile, the average American is consuming more than 50 times as much vegetable oil as he once did.
Vegetable oils are not easy to avoid. They are in all salad dressings and processed foods. But some are healthier than others.
Choose coconut oil for cooking. Choose olive oil (which is easily damaged by cooking heat) for salads.
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While I liked this article, I gave it a thumbs down simply because you didn’t cite any science. Consequently, your article must be regarded as only your own un-credentialed opinion. And without ANY supporting verifiable facts, logic or reason, I might add.
I’m not in the vegetable oil business. I’m just an old retired guy who likes to write about gardening, healthy lifestyles and other things interesting.
As a Master Copywriter – writer of some acclaim, I’m very surprised that Masterson has his name on this and other similar articles which fail to answer ALL the questions a reader might have.
OK, Micheal, I’ve bought your books and other materials. What’s this feedback worth to you?
You have my email. Just let me know.
Charles