Most people assume that all fats are
the same and all fats are bad for health. This is not true. Some fats
are important for maintaining good health. Studies suggest unsaturated
fats (the good fats) may even help lowering Low Density Lipoprotein
(LDL) bad cholesterol, when eaten as part of a low saturated fat diet.
Beware of high levels of saturated fats, trans fats and dietary cholesterol
(bad fats) in some cooking oils and shortenings, which can raise blood
cholesterol.
EVA Canola Oil is valued for its healthy fatty
acid profile, being rich in monounsaturated fat and the lowest in
saturated fat among any consumer vegetable oils. When consumed regularly,
it decreases total cholesterol and LDL-cholesterol levels without
affecting High Density Lipoprotein (HDL) good cholesterol levels.
The protective benefits of canola oil arise from three key nutrients
- oleic acid, alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) and vitamin E - that help
protect blood vessels against narrowing and blockages, which may lead
to development of heart disease.