Why excessive heating and repeated use of cooking oil are most undesirable ? A) The oil vapour can cause indoor pollution B) Carcinogenic substances like benzpyrene are produced C)Nutrient value of food is lost D)Loss and wastage of oil
Option B) Repeated use of cooking oil at high temperatures will cause the hydraulic fat into free fatty acids are easily oxidized, so that the oil becomes rancid and form trans fatty acids can lead to health problems associated with the metabolism of cholesterol, high blood pressure, and heart. Not only that, the repeated use of used oil will also form acrolein is a compound that causes intense itching in the throat and cause coughing. And that is not less dangerous, this oil is a carcinogen that can cause cancer. Therefore, experts recommend eating foods that contain saturated fat less than 10 percent of the daily intake.
