Stored Oils Last Longer if a Natural Antioxidant is Removed

Thursday, August 13, 2009 - 14:56 in Earth & Climate

When exposed to oxygen or stored for long periods, some oils lose healthy properties such as fatty acid levels. Researchers suggest decreasing or removing a natural antioxidant called alpha-tocopherol to reap the full benefits of healthy oils, according to a study in the Journal of Food Science, published by the Institute of Food Technologists.

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