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What Is Peanut Oil?

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Peanut oil, also referred to as groundnut oil or arachis oil, is a vegetable-derived oil made from the edible seeds of the  peanut plant. Though the peanut plant flowers above ground, the seeds or peanuts actually develop underground. This is why peanuts are also known as groundnuts. Peanuts are often grouped with tree nuts like walnuts and almonds, but they are actually a type of legume that belongs to the pea and bean family. Depending on processing, peanut oil can have a wide range of flavors that vary from mild and sweet to strong and nutty. There are several different types of peanut oil. Each one is made using different techniques: Refined peanut oil:  This type is refined, bleached and deodorized, which removes the allergenic parts of the oil. It is typically safe for those with peanut allergies. It is commonly used by restaurants to fry foods like chicken and french fries. Cold-pressed peanut oil : In this method, peanuts are crushed to force out the oil...

Science-Backed Benefits of Sesame Oil

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High in antioxidants Sesame oil contains sesamol and sesaminol, two antioxidants that may have powerful effects on your health Trusted Source Antioxidants  are substances that help reduce cell damage caused by free radicals. An accumulation of free radicals in your cells may lead to inflammation and disease  Trusted Source A one-month study in rats found that taking sesame oil supplements protected against heart cell damage  Trusted Source In that same study, antioxidant activity increased in rats that received either about 2 or 5 ml of sesame oil per pound (5 or 10 ml per kg) of body weight daily  Trusted Source Sesame oil may have similar effects when used topically. One study in rats showed it may reduce cell damage by inhibiting compounds like xanthine oxidase and nitric oxide, which produce free radicals  2. Has strong anti-inflammatory properties Chronic inflammation can be harmful and lead to illness, which is why it’s importan...