“Why Wood-Pressed Oils Are Better Than Refined Oils: A Complete Guide”
Cooking oil is one of the most important ingredients in every Indian kitchen. But most households still use refined oils, unaware of the chemicals, bleaching agents, and high-heat processing involved. Today, people are shifting toward healthier alternatives — especially wood-pressed (cold-pressed) oils. In this blog, let’s explore why wood-pressed oils are better and how they can transform your family’s health.
1. What Are Wood-Pressed Oils?
Wood-pressed oils are extracted using a traditional wooden Ghani, where seeds are crushed slowly at low temperatures.
This method
✔ preserves nutrients
✔ retains natural aroma
✔ keeps antioxidants intact
Unlike refined oils, wood-pressed oils are not deodorized, bleached, or chemically treated.
2. What Happens in Refined Oils? (The Hidden Truth)
Refined oils undergo:
High heat up to 230°C
Chemical solvents like hexane
Bleaching with clay
Deodorization
Addition of preservatives
This process removes natural nutrients and replaces them with artificial additives.
3. Why Wood-Pressed Oils Are Healthier
✔ Rich in Vitamins & Antioxidants
Naturally contains vitamins A, D, E & K.
✔ Cold Extraction = No Nutrient Loss
Oil retains its original goodness.
✔ No Chemicals or Preservatives
Safe for all age groups.
✔ Boosts Immunity & Heart Health
High in unsaturated fats & Omega fatty acids.
✔ Better for Gut Health
Easier to digest compared to refined oils.
4. Best Uses of Wood-Pressed Oils in Daily Cooking
Frying
Deep frying
Sautéing
Salad dressing
Baby food (coconut oil)
Ayurveda uses (sesame & castor oil)
5. Which Wood-Pressed Oil Is Right for You?
Groundnut Oil → Daily cooking
Coconut Oil → Baby food, hair, skin
Sesame Oil → Immunity, traditional dishes
Sunflower Oil → Light & aroma-free cooking
Mustard Oil → Pickles & Indian curries
Conclusion
Switching to wood-pressed oils is not just a trend — it’s a lifestyle change. It means choosing purity over chemicals, nutrition over processing, and health over convenience. Start making the shift today and feel the difference in every meal.