Dr Varun Bansal of Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals highlights that repeated heating, deep frying, and reusing oils, especially in street and packaged foods, increase heart health risks.
Hidden fats, particularly trans fats in processed snacks and fast food, are often consumed unknowingly and significantly elevate heart disease risk. Doctors urge using a mix of oils and limiting processed foods.
Experts emphasize that heart health depends on overall diet and mindful oil use, not eliminating specific oils. The Indian Council of Medical Research advises moderation and awareness to prevent long-term cardiovascular harm.
As regulators lag on warning labels, are hidden fats in packaged foods the real cause of India's heart crisis?
Can changing your cooking oil offset the heart risks from a sedentary lifestyle and urban pollution?
Does modern science prove that traditional Indian fats like ghee are now a primary risk for heart disease?
Is your 'healthy' cooking oil becoming toxic when reused for frying your favorite snacks?
With processed food sales soaring, is it fair to blame individuals for a nationwide health epidemic?
What is the single most effective dietary swap to protect your family from catastrophic healthcare costs?