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Ground Nut Oil

Ground nut oil is another name for peanut oil, a plant-derived cooking oil pressed from peanuts. It has a mild flavor and a relatively high smoke point, making it common for frying and sautéing.

Beneficial properties

high smoke point rich in unsaturated fats source of vitamin E heat-stable for cooking

Nutritional highlights

Peanut oil is composed mostly of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats and provides vitamin E, with small amounts of phytosterols.

Caution. Peanut oil may trigger reactions in people with peanut allergy, especially if unrefined or cold-pressed.

Conditions it helps with

Hardening / Clogging of Arteries
Includes: Atherosclerosis (Coronary Artery Disease)
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Heart Disease
Includes: Heart Disease (Cardiomyopathy)
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High Cholesterol
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