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Cold-Pressed vs Refined — Why Kachi Ghani Oils Preserve Good Fats

In Indian kitchens, oil isn’t just an ingredient — it’s an emotion. It seasons memories, binds flavours, and carries health through generations. But in today’s fast-moving world, we have drifted from tradition to convenience. The result? Oils that look pure but lose their soul along the way.

At the heart of this shift lies a question worth asking: What’s the real difference between cold-pressed and refined oils? And why does Kedia Pavitra’s Kachi Ghani method matter so much?

Let’s pour the truth.

The Story of Two Oils

Both begin with seeds. But from there, the journey splits — one stays honest; the other gets industrial.

Refined oils are extracted using high heat and chemical solvents like hexane. They’re then bleached, deodorised, and “refined” for colour and shelf life. What’s lost in the process? Natural nutrients, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids — the very elements that make oils life-giving.

Cold-pressed oils, on the other hand, are made the slow, traditional way — the Kachi Ghani way. Mustard, sesame, or groundnut seeds are crushed in wooden or steel presses below 60°C, preserving the oil’s vitamins, aroma, and structure.

According to the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), cold-pressed oils retain higher levels of bioactive compounds and antioxidants compared to refined ones.

Good Fats Stay Intact

Refining breaks down MUFA (monounsaturated fats) and PUFA (polyunsaturated fats), converting some into trans fats that can harm heart health.

A study found that cold-pressed oils like mustard, sesame, and groundnut retain up to 90% of their essential fatty acids, while refined oils may lose nearly half.

These fats — often called “good fats” — play key roles in maintaining HDL (good cholesterol), supporting brain health, and reducing inflammation.

So when oil is pressed traditionally, it isn’t just preserving purity — it’s preserving life itself.

Antioxidants & Aroma: The Soul of the Oil

Refined oils might look clear, but that’s the problem. Natural colour and aroma come from tocopherols (Vitamin E) and polyphenols, compounds that act as natural preservatives and heart protectors.

When oil is heated and deodorised, these antioxidants vanish. Cold-pressed oils like Kedia Pavitra Kachi Ghani Mustard Oil retain them, giving that earthy aroma and golden tint that define authenticity.

Less Processed, More Powerful

Refined oils are designed for long shelf life. Cold-pressed oils are made for long life itself. The difference is not just in taste, but in philosophy.

While refined oils may suit mass production, the cold-pressed method celebrates smaller batches, local sourcing, and real food integrity. Every drop reflects the soil it comes from and the seed it protects.

A Return to the Real

Next time you drizzle oil into a pan, ask yourself: do you want neutral and colourless, or flavourful and honest?

Because when oil is alive with its natural fats, aroma, and nutrients, it doesn’t just cook your food — it nourishes your roots.

Cold-pressed oil isn’t a trend. It’s a return home.

And at Kedia Pavitra, that home smells like mustard, sesame, and truth.

If you are looking for premium oils, get yours from Kedia Pavitra and enjoy both flavour and health benefits with confidence.