
UC Davis researcher Rosane Oliveira claimed, "The low heart disease rate associated with a Mediterranean diet is in spite of olive oil-not because of it."
Refined cooking oils are high in calories and provide virtually no nutritional value. All oils, including the ones marketers label 'heart healthy' are pure fat which is not necessary or healthful in our diets.
See how to test a pan for the correct temperature to ensure successful oil-free caramelization.
Kim Campbell demonstrates how to sauté using veggie broth instead of oil in this video.





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