Cooking Oils...Which One Do You Use?

Hi,
Having looked at the many options of cooking oil, it's hard to know what would be the best for certain meals. Here is a mini guide that we find useful for choosing the right type of oils. 

See below for details...
AVOCADO
Versatile oil that can be used cooked or uncooked and as a substitute for butter.
*Smoke Point: 520°F
*Health Benefits: High in vitamins A, B1, B2, D and E
COCONUT
Use anywhere you would use butter, on top of foods or cooking or baking and frying.
*Smoke Point: 350°F
*Health Benefits: Antiviral, antibacterial properties
OLIVE
Used cooked or uncooked, but be sure not to heat beyond the smoke point as it can become bitter and carcinogenic.
*Smoke Point: 320°F
*Health Benefits: High in antioxidants
FLAXSEED
Do not use for high heat cooking, it destroys many of the health benefits.  Use in dressing, smoothies and drizzle over oatmeal and vegetables.
*Smoke Point: 225°F
*Health Benefits: High in omega-3s that the body concerts to DHA and EPA

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  1. I’ll your recipes. I like eating Whole Foods and I’m always trying to switch up my meals. Thank you

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