Which oil is forbidden to fry: expert's answer

Oil is a product that no housewife can do without in her kitchen. But frying a dish without losing all its benefits is a tricky task. To do this, everyone needs to know which oil is best suited for frying and which is best used only for salads.

Nutritionist Bohdana Tarasiuk (body_antidiet) will help you understand this. In her Instagram post, she talked about the types of oil and which ones are suitable for frying.

• Coconut oil

According to the expert, coconut oil is 90% saturated fat, which makes it resistant to heat. Therefore, you can safely fry food in this oil.

This oil is semi-solid at room temperature and can be stored for a long time. However, it is important to avoid plastic containers when choosing it, and not to overeat. Otherwise, it can increase cholesterol levels.

• Cocoa butter.

It is made from cocoa beans. Dark and milk chocolate contain the same amount of fat, but dark chocolate has more antioxidants and less sugar. In general, it is also possible to fry with this oil.

• Avocado oil

It contains a large amount of monounsaturated fatty acids. Therefore, it is suitable for frying.

Oils that are forbidden to fry in

• Olive oil

It is quite useful, as it can increase the level of "good" cholesterol and reduce the level of "bad" cholesterol. It has been proven that if you consume this oil regularly, your life expectancy will be longer. However, it is recommended to use it only in its raw form. Frying with it is strictly prohibited.

• Flaxseed oil

Despite the fact that the oil contains a large amount of vegetable form of Omega-3 and other useful acids, it is not suitable for hot cooking. It is also worth remembering that the shelf life of flaxseed oil is only 30 days after opening. And it should be stored strictly in a dark place.