Healing Oils

Healing Oils -- This website is dedicated to all things olive oil and to educate about the health benefits of olive oil.

But we can't ignore other common cooking oils that also promote healing benefits.

There are many ways to use these common oils in your cooking and for external uses.

Nutrient-Pack Healing Natural Oils

Some of these cooking oils are more common than others. The common use also depends on the type of dishes you're preparing and how you're preparing them.

All these oils contain certain healing powers in terms of health benefits but it's best to learn how these oils are made and what they contain in order to reap the full benefit.

In addition, some of these oils may not be right for you for certain medical reason. So, learn what these oils are all about.

Almond Oil	Apricot Oil	Avocado Oil	Canola Oil
Coconut Oil	Corn Oil	Evening Primrose Oil	Fish Oil
Flaxseed Oil	Grapeseed Oil	Palm Kernel Oil	Peanut Oil
Safflower Oil	Sesame Oil	Soy Oil	Walnut Oil

Once you learn about these healing oils and understand what they can do for your health, you'll want to incorporate them along with your olive oil.

Additional Tips on Fats And Oil

• Monounsaturated Oils -- like olive oil and canola oil are THE healthiest fats. These are the preferred oils for cooking.

• Polyunsaturated Oils -- like corn oil and sesame oil are helpful in lowering bad cholesterol. Eat only in moderation though as there is a risk of developing cancer if eaten in excess.

• Saturated Oils -- like coconut oil and palm kernel oil aren't very good for your heart health. Do use them only in very small amounts.

• Trans fats -- like vegetable shortening and margarine are artery-clogging fats. They should be avoided at all cost.

• Essential Fatty Acid like Omega-3s -- are contained in Canola Oil and Fish Oil. They are great for the heart and can help prevent the onset of diabetes and heart disease.

To learn about the facts on FATS and how these oils stack up in terms of healthy fats, click here.

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