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Is There a Battle Between Cottonseed Oil and Mustard Oil

Author Name: Dishit Nathwani


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Cottonseed Oil


Dietary fats and oils are needed in small amounts for the healthy functioning of our body. They supply calories and essential fats to help our body absorb fat-soluble vitamins like Vitamin A, D, E, and K. These kinds of fats are important for our health just as the total amount of fat consumed.


India is a diverse country with exotic tastes. Each state has its food to indulge in. This goes with cooking oils as well.

Central and Western India prefer Cottonseed oil while North India prefers Sarson ka tel or mustard oil. Despite both these oils being healthy, they both have their individual benefits to cook fresh and healthy food.




Kapasia Tel plays an important role in the preparation of food as it enhances the flavor of the food, adds texture, and helps in conducting heat while cooking. Oil has various health benefits. It is a major source of energy and carries essential nutrients that are vital for the growth and metabolism of our body, protect brain cells, reduces the risk of heart diseases, etc.

Benefits of Cottonseed Oil


  1. It has high antioxidants to keep you healthy the full day.

  2. Vitamin E of cottonseed oil helps to fight free radicals.

  3. It is ideal for people who prefer low cholesterol oils.

  4. If you want to have deep-fried food use cottonseed oil and you can eat it without having any tinge of worry.

  5. It is a perfect oil for salad dressing because of its high oxidation resistance.

  6. Used in confectionery items as a substitute for cocoa butter.

  7. Its light texture makes it be used in the cosmetic industry in creams, lotions, and moisturizers.

  8. Those who love spicy and strong flavors love using cottonseed oil in their foods



Benefits of Sarso ka tel or Mustard Oil


  1. Its high medicinal properties make it the apt oil for massages, skin serum, and hair treatment.

  2. The purest form of Sarson ka tel is a mustard essential oil that has been used for curing many skin-related diseases of ancient times in Ayurveda. But this oil should not be used unsupervised.

  3. The rich properties of this oil lower the bad cholesterol and keep a check on blood fat levels to help blood circulation.

  4. Mustard oil is rich in MUFA which our body requires in a 3:1 ratio with polyunsaturated fatty acids and saturated fatty acids

  5. Sarson ka tel is a good healer for cracks on the feet and acts as a good moisturizer in winters.

  6. This oil has antifungal, antibacterial, and antiseptic properties which help fight seasonal diseases.

Conclusion


Oils and fats form an integral part of our health and balanced diet. Excess of oil and fat is said to be a culprit for many lifestyle diseases. So the right quality and quantity are essential for the normal functioning of the body.


Whether it is cottonseed oil or Sarson ka tel excess intake affects the cholesterol levels linking our body with the risks of heart diseases. Emphasis should be on the quality of oil rather than quantity.


Select the right type of oil as this will change the flavor of the meal but also make a difference to our health. Cut down on trans-fats and too much oil intake to lead a healthy and fulfilling life.


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