Question by P.C.: Why do people think oil(olive oil, canola oil, etc) is healthy?
It’s extremely high calorie, 100% fat, and void of most nutrients. The “heart health” benefit theory was debunked when a study showed that the high fat content caused a decrease in blood flow. It’s only redeeming quality is it’s free of trans fat(omg, what an accomplishment /sarcasm), and low in saturated fat(again, what an accomplishment).
Too much fat is too much fat, and you can get all the monounsaturated fat you need from a healthy diet with lots of fruit, grains, and vegetables. I mean really, when the hell have you ever heard of someone not getting enough fat in their diet? A couple of tablespoons a day isn’t gonna kill anyone, but seriously, if you’re healthy it’s despite the oil, not because of it.
Also, since I know idiots are gonna be like “omg rant u no ask kwestin!!!!eleven!11” so I’ll repeat the question even know it’s at the top in BIG BOLD LETTERING – Why do people think oil(olive oil, canola oil, etc) is healthy?
I already covered fat in my “rant.” Some fat=good. High fat=bad. I eat around 20% fat and I don’t dip everything in oil.
Also, I only called those that might say “OMG NO KWESTIN” idiots, not everyone reading the question, I’m sorry you fail when it comes to reading comprehension and I’m sorry you’re so defensive. You know, I wrote so much in my comments to avoid useless answers, but clearly I was wasting my time with my “rant.”
Just wanna let everyone know Sam Spayed is most likely to get best answer, she didn’t really answer the question cause I was talking about oil freaks(people that preach about how healthy oil is when it really isn’t and/or dip everything they eat in it), not people that add a little to their diet, and she gave generally good health advice, though I disagree that we need added fats, 10-15% fat is more than enough, and perfectly attainable without any added oil. I get around 20% with just a little added oil for non-stick purposes.
Best answer:
Answer by ron
So, since this seems to be more of a psychology question, asking why people are responding a certain way, why is this posted in “food & drink?” Just curious Sounds more like you’re looking for a spot to put an anti-oil rant to me.
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