1) Are cold pressed oils organic?
‘Cold pressed’ only refers to extraction method, while ‘Organic ‘term pertains how the raw materials are grown without any use of pesticide and chemicals.
2) Can groundnut cold pressed oil cause allergy?
Refined groundnut oil lose the protein which causes allergy to someone having peanut allergy but in case of cold pressed oil all nutrition are retained so people having peanut allergy should avoid cold pressed groundnut oil but they can opt for safflower oil or sunflower oil.
3) Why does Coconut oil solidify in cold weather conditions?
It is completely normal for coconut oil to get solidify in cold conditions which is due to its natural composition having high content of saturated fatty acid. In contrast if your coconut oil is not getting solidify in cold weather conditions then there is chance of adulteration in oil or addition of preservatives.
4) I have allergy to nuts should I consume cold pressed oil made from nuts?
Refined oil lose the protein during processing but in case of cold pressed oil all nutrients are retained so if you have allergy from following food like Peanut, Almond, Walnut then it is advisable to avoid it.
5) How should I store cold pressed oils?
Store wood pressed oil in a cool, dark place and avoid exposing them to direct sunlight or heat. Ideally keep them in tightly sealed bottles to maintain their freshness and prevent its oxidation.
6) Are Cold pressed oils good for skincare?
They can moisturize, soothe and promote healthy skin.
7) Why price is little bit higher compared to refined oil?
The technique used for cold pressed oil is more labour intensive and produces smaller yield of oil per unit of raw material. We use raw materials of high quality which ultimately leads to a little bit higher price compared to refined oil.
8) What is the shelf life of cold pressed oils?
Shelf life varies depending type of oil. Most cold pressed oils have shelf life of about 6-12 months. It is advisable to use oil within 90 days after opening the bottle.
9) Can we consume the Castor Oil? Is It Edible?
We can consume castor oil a little bit. Castor oil acts as laxative making ease digestion process and useful for constipation. Due to its laxative effect it is advisable to consult your doctor before consuming.
10) Can cold pressed oils be used for oil pulling?
Oil pulling is a traditional Ayurveda practice which involves swishing oil in mouth and then spitting it out. Oil pulling method helps with bad breath, cavities, gingivitis and improve gum health. We can use coconut, sesame and sunflower oil for oil pulling method.
11) Are cold pressed oils safe for sensitive skin?
Cold pressed oils are generally safe for sensitive skin. If you have allergy you can consult doctor or dermatologist.
12) Can cold pressed oils be used for salad dressings?
Yes, we can use oils like sesame oil or coconut oil are popular choices for salad dressing, adding distinct flavours and health benefits.
13) Why does cold pressed oil starts foaming while cooking?
Cold pressed oil foams during cooking because it naturally contains moisture which evaporates while cooking or heating creating bubbles and foam. Refined oils have anti-foaming agents added to them which prevent foaming. So foaming in oil is considered as indication of purity and lack of chemical processing.
14) Are cold pressed oils good for hair care?
Yes cold pressed oils are good for hair care. Oils like coconut oil, almond oil, and kalonji oil is considered as best for hair care. Kalonji oil is useful for hair care as it prevents hair fall and protects hair from greying and whitening.
15) What is Cold Pressed Oil?
Cold pressed oil refers to the extraction process where oils are obtained from seeds or nuts without the use of heat or any chemicals, preserving their natural nutrients and flavors.
16) Why Oil is necessary in your diet?
Oil includes Monounsaturated Fatty Acids (MUFA) and Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids (PUFA).
We know that there are two kinds of Vitamins –
- Water Soluble Vitamins like Vitamin B and Vitamin C
- Fat Soluble Vitamins like Vitamin A, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, and Vitamin K.
Our body requires oil to absorb these fat soluble vitamins in our body. These vitamins needs fatty medium to dissolve in your body. So it is necessary to include healthy fats in your diet which can be greatly observed in cold pressed oil.
17) Which Fats are healthy for your body?
- Saturated fats can cause cholesterol to build up in arteries (blood vessels). Saturated fats raise your LDL (bad cholesterol). High LDL (Low Density Lipoprotein cholesterol) increases your risk for heart disease and stroke.
- Unsaturated fats help to increase HDL or High Density Lipoprotein (good cholesterol) which is beneficial because it helps to remove excess cholesterol from the arteries and transports it to the liver for removal from the body, potentially reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke. Again unsaturated fats are divided into Mono-unsaturated Fats(MUFA) and Poly-unsaturated Fats (PUFA)
- Mono unsaturated fats MUFA are beneficial for human health.
Summary –
- Limit Saturated fats
- Eliminate Tran’s fat
- Increase intake of Monounsaturated fat (MUFA)
18) Can we use cold pressed oil for deep frying?
Cold pressed oil is better choice for deep frying as it has a higher smoke point, making it more suitable for high-temperature cooking methods.
19) Can we use cold pressed oil multiple times for frying?
It is advisable to not reuse oil for deep frying multiple times.
20) Can we use cold pressed oil for deep frying? / Which cold pressed oil is best for deep frying?
Groundnut oil and sunflower oil are recommended for deep frying because of high smoke point.