When it comes to foods with the most health benefits, extra virgin olive oil ranks first. This superfood has a reputation as a panacea for various ailments.
However, according to a new study, in terms of maintaining heart health , there is probably not much difference compared to other modern fats .
Corn oil, for example, is also useful for reducing blood fat levels, which are a major cause of heart attacks and strokes , experts say.
The results of the study indicate that volunteers who consume foods prepared with corn oil have a more significant reduction in cholesterol levels than those who consume foods with extra virgin olive oil .
Researchers from Kansas, USA, explain that these findings could affect the nutrition advice that experts give to those who are at increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease .
At a recent conference in Rome, leading experts on cardiovascular health explained that a diet high in olive oil may be more beneficial in reducing the risk of early death than statins.
According to the latest study, published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition , researchers suggest that eating corn oil may bring more health benefits.
They add that olive oil contains particularly high amounts of monounsaturated fats , which help control the levels of "bad" cholesterol .
Corn oil, on the other hand, is the best source of polyunsaturated fats, which are good for the heart and provide important fatty acids necessary for the body to function.