The dark truth: Why your cooking oil belongs in the cupboard, not the countertop
Sunlight triggers photo-oxidation in oils, forming free radicals that degrade fatty acids, impacting taste and nutritional value. While natural antioxidants offer initial protection, their depletion leads to rapid deterioration, with rice bran oil showing the most resistance. Proper storage in cool, dark, opaque containers is crucial to preserve oil quality.
Sunlight triggers photo-oxidation in oils, forming free radicals that degrade fatty acids, impacting taste and nutritional value. While natural antioxidants offer initial protection, their depletion leads to rapid deterioration, with rice bran oil showing the most resistance. Proper storage in cool, dark, opaque containers is crucial to preserve oil quality.
