| Characteristics |
Health
Benefits |
Remarks |
| Ideal MUFA- PUFA balance |
Higher MUFA helps reduce ‘bad’ LDL cholesterol and increases ‘good’ HDL cholesterol. |
Lower cholesterol implies lower blood pressure and reduced risk of heart disease & other ailments. |
| Better Omega 6 to Omega 3 ratio |
Helps synthesise essential fatty acids (precursor for DHA, EPA and AA*) that are vital for proper functioning of the human body and nervous system. |
Contains high levels of Alpha Linoleic Acid – which is good for the heart. |
| Higher levels of sterols and antioxidants |
Better mouth-feel, flavour and odour – higher palatability. |
Enhances the natural taste of food and retains it over a longer period of time. |
| Tocopherol and Vitamin-E |
Higher antioxidant activity – which lends the oil anti-aging and anti-cancer properties. |
Improved quality of life post 50s, due to proactive action taken at a younger age. |
