Cold pressing of oils is an ancient natural process of crushing or pressing the oil seeds and extracting oil with sheer pressure. Conventional oil manufacturing methods apply heat to produce more oil in less time bluntly compromising on nutritional values and aroma. As no heat is used for cold pressing extraction process, these oils retain all the healthy nutrients of the oil seeds. Cold pressed oils are popularly known as “Marachekku Ennai” in Tamil, “Kachi Ghani” in Hindi, Ganuga Nune in Telugu, “Ghani Enna” in kannada and “Chakku Enna” in Malayalam. Sesame, Coconut, Groundnut, Peanut and Olive are few of the oil seeds which can be cold pressed. Cold pressed oils have high antioxidants and are rich in vitamins and minerals. Cold pressed oils are more beneficial for skin as they are pure, easily absorbed and are loaded with antioxidants and vitamins. Benefits of cold pressed oil: ·Cold pressed oils are totally natural and are of high quality in all aspects when compared with refined oils. Cold pressed oils are totally devoid of any degumming or bleaching agent, free radicals or trans fatty acids ·Cold pressed oils are rich in Vitamin E which lowers inflammation and ageing symptoms.· Cold pressed oils contains essential component called lauric acid which kills harmful bacteria and virus. Oleic acid present in cold pressed oil help in immunity development. ·Cold pressed oils do not have any harmful residues, solvents or preservatives. They do not foam or silt when deep fried. .All types of cold pressed oils can be extensively used for cooking but make sure to use minimal heat and enjoy the benefits of the oil completely. Overheating may also cause the MUFA fats to break up and degrade. Natural Benefits of Groundnut Oil: Peanut oil also known as groundnut oil is a popular vegetable oil used for cooking , mostly for frying due to its high smoke point. Foods fried with peanut oil have excellent palatability, flavor and crispiness. The high oil yielding fresh peanuts are cleaned, shelled, pressed using wooden cheku (Marachekku) and finally filtered to extract additive free, hygenic oil. While refined peanut oil is lighter in color, less viscous and neutral taste, cold pressed peanut oil has amber yellow color, more viscosity and distinct quality in aroma and taste. Nutritional facts Peanut oil with its very good lipid profile is one of the healthiest cooking oils Peanut oil is an excellent source of Vitamin E. Groundnut oil has valuable MUFA which helps to lower LDL or bad cholesterol and improve HDL or good cholesterol. Peanut oil high smoke point ensures less oil absorption in food and makes it the popular choice for deep frying.