Cold Pressed vs Refined Oils – What Makes Cold Pressed Oils Healthier?
Choosing the right cooking oil is one of the most important decisions for a healthy lifestyle. Today, many families are shifting from refined oils to cold pressed oils, especially wooden chekku (marachekku) oils, because of their purity, nutrients, and natural extraction process.
In this blog, let’s explore the real difference between cold pressed and refined oils, and why cold pressed oils are considered the best cooking oil for health.
How Cold Pressed Oil Is Made
Cold pressed oils are extracted using a traditional wooden chekku, where seeds are crushed slowly at low temperature.
This helps the oil retain:
Natural aroma
Essential nutrients
Vitamins
Antioxidants
Healthy fats
No chemicals. No heat. No preservatives.
How Refined Oil Is Made
Refined oil goes through a long process:
High heat
Bleaching
Deodorizing
Chemical solvents
Preservatives
This removes the smell and color, but also destroys nutrients and leaves behind chemical traces.
Nutrients: Cold Pressed Oil Wins Clearly
Cold pressed oils keep their natural vitamins, especially:
Vitamin E (for skin & immunity)
Natural antioxidants
Omega fats (good for heart health)
Refined oils lose most of these during processing
Better for Heart Health
Cold pressed oils help support:
Balanced cholesterol levels
Better digestion
Healthy metabolism
Refined oils may contain trans fats, which are harmful when consumed long-term.
Pure Taste & Aroma
Cold pressed oils retain their original taste:
Groundnut oil gives a natural nutty aroma
Sesame (gingelly) oil gives rich flavour
Coconut oil gives fresh tropical taste
This enhances cooking and gives better nutritional value.
No Chemicals, No Preservatives
Cold pressed oils are free from:
Hexane
Preservatives
Artificial colors
Deodorizers
What you get is pure, unprocessed, natural oil straight from seeds.
Better for Skin, Hair & Overall Wellness
Because cold pressed oils retain nutrients, they are commonly used for:
Skin moisturising
Hair strengthening
Baby massage
Immunity boosting
They are truly multipurpose oils.
Environment-Friendly Extraction
Wooden chekku (marachekku) extraction uses slow pressing, making it energy-efficient and eco-friendly compared to industrial refined oil factories.
Cold Pressed Oils Are the Healthier Choice
If you want purity, nutrients, natural aroma, and health benefits, cold pressed oils are the best choice for daily cooking.
Refined oils may look clean and clear, but they lack nutrients and are heavily processed.
Vivasayee Cold Pressed Oils offer:
✔ 100% natural extraction
✔ Rich aroma & taste
✔ No heat, no chemicals
✔ Wooden chekku purity
✔ Best for cooking, skin, hair & wellness
Make a smart switch today — choose oils that support your health, not harm it. 💛
