Wednesday, May 7, 2008

Rice Bran Oil - Heart Friendly Cooking Oil


The Research Institutes in India & abroad have found this oil to be a 'Heart Friendly - Health Oil' with following unique properties beneficial for maintaining good health

  • It is good for heart. it contains Oryzanol which increases HDL (good) Cholesterol and lowers LDL (bad) Cholesterol and triglycerides.
  • It has the ideal ratio of saturated, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids and is the closest to World Health Organisation recommendation.
  • It is good for skin. It contains Squalene which improves skin tone and delays wrinkle formation.
  • It has natural antioxidants which protect against diseases.
  • It has 4 hydroxy 3 methoxy Cinnamic acid which stimulates hormonal secretion and rejuvenates health.
  • It has Tocopherol (Vit. E) which helps in maintaining balance of nervous system.
  • It has Tocotrienol which has anti-thrombotic and anti-Cancer properties.
  • Food fried in refined Rice Bran Oil absorbs 15% less oil, lower calorie intake.

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