KOMPAS.com – Cooking oil is often placed near the stove for convenience when cooking. However, it turns out that this habit can harm us in the long term.
Storing cooking oil in a hot area can reduce the quality of the oil and endanger health.
According to author and health expert Cate Shanahan as reported by Mind Body Green, heat can oxidize oil. This oxidation process can be very dangerous, especially if consumed regularly.
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Oxygen, light, and heat are three factors that can accelerate oil deterioration. Therefore, storing oil in a hot place, such as near a stove, is not the right choice.
If you want your cooking oil to last and not spoil quickly, place it in a cooler place, such as a closed kitchen cupboard.
How to maintain the quality of cooking oil
Not all types of oil are suitable for storing in the same way, but there is one general rule.
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Avoid storing cooking oil in a hot place or exposed to direct sunlight.
Illustration of cooking oil.Oils such as olive oil extra virginvegetable oil, peanut oil, and coconut oil should be stored in a cool, dark, and dry place.
This helps maintain the quality of the oil and prevents damage due to heat exposure, which can make the oil go rancid.
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Rancid oil not only tastes bad, but can also have a negative impact on your health due to the free radicals produced during the oxidation process.
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