Replacing mustard oil with others is indeed a good idea!
According to a study, the very common sarsonkatel could be the best weapon against inflammatory diseases, such as Covid-19. From keeping your heart healthy to fostering weight loss, know how it can be your key to long life
If you want to achieve good health amid the pandemic, choosing the right oil should be the foremost step as Covid-19 is an inflammatory disease and we should, therefore, focus more on anti-inflammatory diets and the right cooking oil, top health experts have said.
Eminent physician and cardiologist and Past President of the Indian Medical Association K.K. Aggarwal is favourably inclined towards cold-pressed mustard oil not only because it is rich in Monounsaturated Fatty Acids (MUFA), it also contains large amounts of Omega-3 fatty acids and alphalinolenic acid which are proven to decrease oxidative stress and inflammation.
“The composition of mustard oil is a cardiologist's delight – that’s why an increasing number of doctors are recommending mustard oil to reduce the risk of heart disease, hypertension and other related health issues,” said Dr Pragya Gupta, Senior Scientist and Director at Mustard Research Promotion Consortium (MRPC), the R&D wing of Puri Oil Mills Limited (the makers of P
Mark Mustard Oil).
“Kachi Ghani Mustard oil in its pure, natural, extra-virgin, cold-pressed form offers such a wide array of health benefits that our company has dedicated itself to manufacturing this wonder oil for more than 85 years.”
According to a renowned cardiologist, Dr T.S. Kler, Chairman, Fortis Heart and Vascular Institute, Gurugram and Fortis Hospital, Vasant Kunj, mustard oil has several benefits as compared to other oils.
“Mustard oil is considered one of the healthiest edible oils as it has a low amount of Saturated Fatty Acids and a high amount of Monounsaturated Fatty Acids and Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids, which are good for health,” Kler said.
“The alpha-linolenic acid found in mustard oil reduces the adhesion-aggregation tendency of blood platelets which decreases the risk of a heart attack. Several clinical studies have also found that mustard oil may be the best for heart health,” Kler added.
Mustard oil also contains a phytochemical compound known as Allyl Isothiocyanate (AITC) that offers strong anti-inflammatory characteristics.
Here is another interesting benefit that becomes particularly relevant against the backdrop of the current pandemic. “COVID-19 is a fatty virus and mustard oil is antiobesity oil”, said Aggarwal in a webinar recently.
A study published in the Asian Journal of Clinical Nutrition indicates that the regular consumption of mustard oil can lead to low body weight gain, less visceral fat accumulation, and improved glucose and lipid homeostasis.
“Mustard oil is considered to be high in Monounsaturated Fatty Acids (MUFA) and Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids (PUFA). They help in increasing good cholesterol (HDL) and decrease bad cholesterol (LDL). Also, its consumption may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease and help with weight loss as well,” said Dr Amrendra Kumar Pandey, Consultant, Cardiologist, Dharamshila Narayana Superspeciality Hospital, New Delhi.
The worst of the lot, Aggarwal says, is Trans Fat – he calls it a “killer fat” because it causes heart disease and stroke by building up cholesterol in the arteries.
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Sai Deodhar, who has impressed the audiences with her acting prowess for about two decades with soaps like EkLadkiAnjaaniSi (2005) and Reth (2004-2006) took to directing short films such as SholeyGirl, D.A.T.E., Silent–Ties, BloodRelation and FathersDayToYou, that bagged her several national and international awards. Taking a step further, Sai has fully forayed into digital space with her production company Purple Morning Movies. WhenAMan LovesAWoman, starring Barun Sobti and Girija Oak Godbole, is her first film under this banner and her second, BadhaiHo stars veteran actress Renuka Shahane. In a conversation with the CinemaJournal Sai spoke about her production house, and how she transitioned from being an actor to director. Excerpts from the interview:
What prompted you to launch your own production company?
I am an actor by default. I always had the zeal of a filmmaker, and wanted to direct and produce films. I have been occasionally making short films for the past few years, but finally, I set my foot into it wholeheartedly. I set up my production house. Since digital is the way forward, I thought we must have a leg in digital space and one on television.
How did you make the transition from acting, writing to direction?
I feel they all are connected. I always write a very detailed script. Hailing from a technical background, I am qualified in the technical aspects of filmmaking. I direct my cameraman as to what lens I want to use and how my frame should look like. I love cinema, it’s my first love and I admire every bit about its making. Cinema is like a mother to me.
Do you think recognition as an actor has made your entry into direction easier?
It definitely helps. People in the industry and audience connect to you on a different level. There was a time when actors were solely acting and directors were just directing. However, that has changed now. Everyone is multitasking in the current scenario. It’s a beautiful space to be and you can try different things. I have been doing TV for so many years and I realised that I was not offering anything new to my craft. So, I thought it was time to do things that push my limits.
What kind of content do you intend to produce?
As a scriptwriter, my biggest strength has been to write about relationships. I think I have experienced relationships, lived and understood them closely. I believe if you write personal experiences, you bring honesty to the story and characters in it. We will do short films, music videos, and later web series. However, they will all be based on or will revolve around ‘relationships’.
How was your experience of working with Renuka Shahane in
BadhaiHo?
Renuka tai and my relation goes back long. She has worked with my father [Debu Deodhar] and she has seen me grow up. She is a dream and delight for any director. Her presence adds a lot of value to the project. She never crosses her line as an actor and there is a lot to learn from her. Her suggestions have always proven to be magical.
Do you think training is important to be a director or an actor?
It really helps if you are qualified because you then are aware of the basics and the fundamentals are clear. Also, when you assist people, you learn. Everyone needs to be trained to be a part of a film. It is important to learn your craft otherwise you can’t command and then it becomes someone else’s vision and not yours.