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7 Best Cooking Oils For Weight Loss

You probably would have heard a lot of people saying fats are bad for health and especially if you are on a weight loss diet. Most cooking oils contain fat which adds to weight gain therefore many people avoid adding those oils to their diet.

However, there are certain healthy cooking oils like olive oil which never add calories no matter how much you add it to your favourite dish. The other best cooking oils for weight loss are rice bran which is not only good for burning fat but also helps in boosting immunity. Canola oil too is a good option for weight loss and for a healthy heart.

These best cooking oils for losing weight can be consumed in any form. Even if you use these healthy cooking oils for deep frying it will still keep you healthy and not add to the calories.

Here are seven best cooking oils for weight loss, take a look:

Coconut Oil

Coconut Oil

The reason why coconut oil is our first pick is only because this oil is healthy for Indian cooking. It helps to lower cholesterol, prevents disease, boosts energy and makes one active and energetic.

Olive Oil

Olive Oil

The best cooking oil for weight loss is olive oil. Whether extra virgin and refined, this oil contains 78 percent monounsaturated fat and 14 percent saturated fat. Olive oil is also good for the heart and for diabetics too.

Canola Oil

Canola Oil

Canola oil is good for weight loss as it has a great source of essential fatty acids like lineoleic acid (omega-6) and alpha linolenic acid (omega-3). These acids help in burning of fat and keeping you fit and healthy.

Nut & Seed Oil

Nut & Seed Oil

Some nut and seed oils provide high amounts of monounsaturated fats. Sunflower seed oil contains 79 percent monounsaturated fat and 14 percent saturated fat, and almond oil contains 65 percent monounsaturated fat and 7 percent saturated fat. Therefore these are regarded as the healthiest cooking oils for weight loss.

Rice Oil

Rice Oil

Rice bran oil is the healthiest cooking oil for weight loss since it contains one element starch in a lower form. Starch provides the body energy and this energy is used in helping with weight loss.

Peanut Oil

Peanut Oil

Not many are fond of peanut oil. But it is a rich source in energy thus helping in rapid weight loss. It is the best option for light sautéing or for making sauces that must contain a nutty flavour.

Sunflower Oil

Sunflower Oil

Indians love the taste of sunflower oil which is why it is a healthy option for cooking. Sunflower oil has a good source of Vitamin E and also contains unsaturated fats.

Story first published: Friday, June 12, 2015, 18:06 [IST]