Refined oils are extracted using high heat and chemical solvents like hexane, then bleached and deodorized to give them a neutral taste and long shelf life. This process strips away much of the natural nutrition, antioxidants, and aroma present in the original seed.
Cold pressed oils, on the other hand, are extracted mechanically at room temperature using traditional wooden chekku (ghani) methods. No heat, no chemical solvents -- just pressure. This preserves the natural nutrients, authentic aroma, and rich flavor of the oil.
At Saattvik Natural, every oil we bottle is 100% cold pressed, FSSAI certified, and NABL lab tested for purity.
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