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Rice Bran Oil

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Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has a neutral taste.

Usage Tips

  1. It can be used for sauteing, grilling, in marinades and is also used in salad dressings.

Common names and forms

  1. Edible Rice Bran Oil
  2. Edible Vegetable Oil (Rice Bran)
  3. Physically Refined Rice Bran Oil
  4. Refined Edible Ricebran Oil
  5. Refined Rice Bran Oil

Description

Refined Rice Bran Oil is the oil extracted from the chaff of rice. The chaff is the hard outer brown layer of rice. It is suitable for high temperature cooking.

Health benefits

  • Rice bran oil contains good fats and is free of trans fats. It is rich in monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats which are healthy.(1)
  • It contains natural antioxidants that boost metabolic rate and helps in weight loss.(1)
  • It contains a compound squalene that makes the skin soft.(1)
  • It contains good amount of oryzanol antioxidants that help to lower cholesterol level and promote good heart health.(1)
  • It contains Vitamin E that boosts immunity and prevents cancer.(1)

Selection Guide

Check for the "best before" date before purchase.

Note

Excessive consumption of refined rice bran oil can disturb bowel movements and can cause intestinal gas and upset stomach. It may also cause allergic reactions like redness and itching.(2)

Resource & Links

(1) https://food.ndtv.com/food-drinks/why-rice-bran-oil-is-one-of-the-healthiest-improves-heart-health-745433

(2) https://www.lybrate.com/topic/rice-bran-oil-benefits-and-side-effects

 

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