Some Essential Fatty Acids for Your Healthy Diet Plan

Must have heard of Omega fatty acids? Each time we talk about the compositions of healthy cooking oil we cannot stop talking about Omega acids. Now the question is what Omega fatty acids is and how does it affect our health?

Well, Omega fatty acids are considered essential fatty acids. They are necessary for human health but the body can’t make them -- you have to get them through food. There are three types of omega acids- Omega-3, Omega-6 and Omega-9 Fats. Omega-6 is your standard polyunsaturated fats found in vegetable oils. Omega-3 fats (Linolenic Acid), particularly from fish, are considered to promote health, while Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid) fats are considered by some to promote heart disease and cancer. Omega-9 (Oleic Acid) is your monounsaturated fat as in olive oil. There is debate over the validity of relating Omega-3 in vegetable oils (Canola and Flaxseed) to the health benefits of fish oils, as the Omega-3 oils in fish are quite different from the one in vegetable oils, and the vegetable ones come with many times the percentage of Omega-6 compared to fish. Research shows that omega-3 fatty acids reduce inflammation and may help lower risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and arthritis. It is important to have a balance of omega-3 and omega-6 in the diet. Omega-3 fatty acids help reduce inflammation, and most omega-6 fatty acids tend to promote inflammation.

Some healthy frying tips...

Spring rolls, the name itself is mouth watery right? But if you are on a diet this would be the first thing that you would prefer to sacrifice, since it comes under the fried food category. Well, is it essential that fried foods are always unhealthy? Hmm, don’t think so especially when it’s cooked in a healthy way i.e following some healthy frying tips like the ones mentioned below... 

To start, choose oils with high smoking points like peanut, soybean or safflower. Safety first, never fill the frying pan more than half-full. Make sure the oil is really hot before you add the food. The fried food will absorb more oil if the oil is not hot enough. Put a tiny drop of batter into the oil. If it comes up immediately, the oil is hot enough. The optimal frying temperature for the oil is between 350F and 375F degrees. At this temperature, the food cooks correctly on the inside without browning the exteriors too soon. Drain fried food by holding each piece over the pot as you remove it, allowing the excess to dribble back in. Then, set them on paper towels to absorb some more of the oil sticking to the surface. You can prevent the oil from blackening by adding a wedge of carrot to the pot. It will serve as a magnet for all the black flecks that accumulate when deep-frying. 

So what say ready have some fried pakodas this weekend, after all its monsoon time...

Changing your skin from dry & drab to fresh & fab with Palm oil

Palm oil! Yes, got that right, for most of the health-conscious divas, who yearn for more natural beauty products, palm oil is more than just an ingredient listed on a bottle of lotion or tub of moisturizer. It's an essential tool on the road to healthier, softer skin. Wondering how?

Well, palm oil contains very high levels of skin-enhancing carotenoids and vitamin E in the form of tocotrienols and tocopherols which are very rare to find. Vitamin E is a strong antioxidant that helps the skin to fight free radicals that damage the skin and cause fine lines and wrinkles. And the presence of vitamin E in palm oil serves as an emollient that can soften and soothe dry or irritated skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Applied directly to the skin, palm oil naturally protects from the damaging effects of the sun's powerful ultraviolet rays. A coating of natural palm oil across your skin imparts a base level of sun protection -- it's equivalent to SPF 15 sunscreen. This miracle oil can also help sore skin heal more quickly. Nutrients, such as vitamin E, that are present in the oil soften skin and speed up the overall dermal healing process, though don't go overboard and drench your skin; a little bit of palm oil goes a long way :-)

So what say ready to try this natural secret for soft and supple skin?

Palm oil for a healthier generation…

Palm fruit oil belongs to the vegetable oil family. It is a very good substitute for partially hydrogenated oils for many reasons. It is used for preparing pastries, cookies, crackers and other eatables which demand long shelf life. It is odorless and tasteless and hence making it appropriate for people looking for healthy oil and baking needs. It even acts as an extremely good antioxidant. Many studies even show that it is good for reducing the risk of stroke, arteriosclerosis and other heart ailments.

Rajat Refined oil is a palm olein by Arjuna, which can be used as liquid cooking oil. It has extremely low amounts of trans fats which is extremely bad for health and can lead to cardiovascular problems. It is good for frying as it does not affect the original taste of food. Let’s indulge our families and friends into tastier and healthier life!!