Peanut oil is commonly known as groundnut oil made from the seeds of the groundnut plant. This is what makes peanut oil a type of vegetable oil. Peanut oil has different flavors based on its processing methods and techniques. There is light and sweet peanut oil, and there is also peanut oil with a stronger taste.

Peanut oil is rich in vitamin E, a type of fat-soluble compound that is very important for the body. Vitamin E functions as an antioxidant that counteracts free radicals. Of course, Dream's friends already know that free radicals can cause cell damage in the body and can lead to various chronic diseases such as cancer and heart disease. Vitamin E also strengthens the immune system and protects the body from bacteria and viruses.

Replacing cooking oil with peanut oil can reduce the risk of heart disease. This is because peanut oil contains unsaturated fats that play an important role in reducing the risk of heart disease. Reducing saturated fat consumption and replacing it with unsaturated fat can lower the risk of heart disease by 30%.

Peanut oil contains monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that can improve blood sugar control in diabetes patients. Replacing saturated fats with unsaturated fats has a significant effect on lowering blood sugar levels. In addition, consuming monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats will increase insulin secretion and help body cells absorb glucose, so your blood sugar levels will not be too high.

Unsaturated fats are the most vulnerable to oxidation. Therefore, heating, leaving these fats in open air, under sunlight, or exposed to room humidity will cause them to become damaged due to oxidation. The content of unsaturated fats makes peanut oil susceptible to oxidation, especially when used for frying food at high temperatures. Report: Salma Rihhadatul Aisy / Source: Healthline.