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Soyabean oil benefits Oil is a medium of cooking. It is not to be drunk! The quality of protein in soya is at par with that of egg and meat. Essential fatty acids, namely linoleic acid and linolenic acid are present. Soya oil comprises of linolenic acid (7 per cent), linoleic acid (51 per cent), 23 per cent oleic acid, 10 per cent palmitic acid and stearic acid (4 per cent). The level of saturated fats is less and is completely devoid of cholesterol. High amount of cooking or cooking at high temperature results in vitamin E loss.
Vitamin E is an effective antioxidant. Its effectiveness is lost, in case of very high temperatures, such as processed foods. Sunflower oil is derived from sunflower. They comprise of linoleic acid and triglycerides to a great extent. Stearic acid, palmitic acid and oleic acid are also present. In addition, they contain waxes, carotenoids, lecithin and tocopherols. It is also a good source of vitamin E. They are low in saturated fats. The antioxidant levels of sunflower oil helps in protecting the individuals with heart disease. Phytosterols in sunflower seeds decrease the risk of cholesterol and cancer. Vitamin E also decreases the risk of atherosclerosis.
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