Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Indians to cut cooking oil consumption by 10%, linking it to “nation’s service and body’s service.” Health experts argue the change doesn’t require bland food, recommending practical kitchen swaps like non-stick cookware, air-frying, measuring oil, and using more herbs and spices to cut unnecessary fat without losing taste.
A Hyderabad inspection reportedly flagged a KFC outlet in Kondapur for using degraded cooking oil with Total Polar Compounds (TPC) levels beyond India’s safety threshold. Authorities note that repeated heating raises TPC, making oil more harmful. High TPC has been linked to risks such as hypertension, heart disease, and liver damage, intensifying concerns about fast food oil reuse practices.
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