Soybean oil is a type of vegetable oil extracted from soybeans, rich in polyunsaturated fats, omega 3 and 6 and vitamin E, and may have some health benefits, such as protecting cardiovascular health, improving skin health or preventing osteoporosis.
However, the omega-6 in soybean oil can also cause harm to health, especially because this oil is widely used in the preparation of processed foods, such as fast-food, and when consumed regularly or in large quantities, it can contribute to inflammation in the body and the development of chronic diseases.
The benefits and harms of soybean oil are still widely discussed, because it depends on how it is used and the amount consumed, and can both prevent and promote cardiovascular diseases, for example.
Soybean oil is good or bad?
Soybean oil can be good or bad, depending on how it is consumed and how much it is consumed.
Benefits of soybean oil
The main benefits of soybean oil are:
- Helps lower bad cholesterol (LDL);
- Prevents cardiovascular diseases;
- Stimulates the immune system;
- Improves skin health;
- Prevent osteoporosis.
These benefits can be obtained when consuming soybean oil in small quantities to prepare food.
To obtain the benefits of sesame oil, it must be included in a balanced and varied diet, guided by the nutritionist according to the state of health, on an individual basis.
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Harms of soybean oil
The harm and benefits of soybean oil are still widely discussed, because it varies according to the way the oil is consumed and the quantity.
When used in large quantities or when reused or heated to more than 180ºC, soybean oil may not have health benefits.
This happens because when the oil is heated to more than 180ºC, its components are degraded and become toxic to the body, in addition to promoting the inflammatory process and oxidation of cells, which can increase the chances of developing heart problems. .
Furthermore, soybean oil can also increase the risk of diabetes, liver problems and obesity, for example.
How to use
Due to the frequent discussion regarding the positive and negative impacts of using soybean oil, the way in which it should be used is not yet well defined.
However, it is believed that 1 tablespoon of soybean oil is enough to prepare food and have positive effects on a person’s health.
Nutritional information table
The following table shows the nutritional composition for 100 g of soybean oil:
To obtain the benefits of soybean oil, this food must be part of a healthy, balanced and varied diet, along with regular physical exercise.
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