Further studies are needed to elucidate the possible mechanism
of the BP raising effect of VCO. Studies reported that
consumption of fresh VCO has a beneficial role in improving
antioxidant status and preventing lipid and protein abnormality.
38 The present findings also showed that consumption of
fresh VCO did not produce detrimental effect on blood pressure,
inflammatory biomarkers and helped to reduce body
weight. Hence, it may be suggested that consumption of fresh
VCO has a potential role in preventing cardiovascular diseases.
It is always beneficial to follow official methods and recommended
practices for heating oils.39