3 reasons rice bran oil is great for your heart

Rice bran oil is low in saturated fats and high in unsaturated fats, which makes it a healthy option for people suffering from heart diseases.

If you are suffering from heart disease or are at a high risk, the first thing that comes to the mind is to replace the oil with a healthier version, but how do we make a choice from all the varieties of oil available? If you are planning to switch to a healthier cooking oil for your heart health, then, this time, try rice bran oil. Wondering why? Well, according to our expert Deepshikha Agarwal, dietitian and sports nutritionist rice bran oil is high in vitamin E and unsaturated fats and low in cholesterol and saturated fats, making it healthy for the heart. Also, read about health benefits and uses of rice bran oil.

Vitamin E: Rice bran oil is high in vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant, which fights the free radicals. Hence, increasing your intake of vitamin E not only prevents the accumulation of cholesterol on the walls of arteries but also lowers your risk of atherosclerosis and heart attack.

Unsaturated fats: As rice bran oil is low in saturated fats and high in unsaturated fats (healthy fats); it is considered to be a healthy option for people at a high risk of heart disease or those already suffering from high cholesterol level. The presence of unsaturated fats nullify the harmful effects of saturated fats and hence, aids in better cholesterol control, which is a risk factor for heart disease. Here are 6 natural sources of good fats you need in your diet.

Cholesterol: Unlike olive oil which has a low smoke point, rice bran oil has a high smoke point, making it the best oil for Indian cooking standards. It also contains gamma oryzanol, which has cholesterol-lowering properties that not only lowers the absorption of cholesterol but also increase the elimination of cholesterol from the body. It is also known to reduce LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol level and boost your metabolism. Here's more on how to choose cooking oils for a healthy heart.

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