8 cooking habits that cause your family to eat twice as many carcinogens

5. Use only one type of cooking oil for a long time.

Alternating different types of cooking oils is important to maintain a balanced intake of fatty acids and nutrients:

• Frying : Use palm oil or animal fats for their heat stability.

• Daily stir-fry:  Soybean oil or peanut oil is recommended.

• Salads and soups : Use linseed oil, perilla oil, or olive oil.

Choose the right oil for each cooking method.

6. Switch off the extractor hood immediately after cooking.

Many people switch off the extractor hood immediately after cooking. That’s actually a mistake.

After cooking, thick smoke and oil fumes will still linger in the air. It’s best to leave the extractor hood running for another 3-5 minutes to remove harmful gases and improve air circulation.

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