date:Dec 11, 2013
rn oil resulted in significantly lower levels of LDL (bad) cholesterol and total cholesterol than the same foods made with extra virgin olive oil. Corn oil lowered LDL cholesterol by 10.9% compared to extra virgin olive oil's 3.5% reduction, and total cholesterol decreased by 8.2% with corn oil compared to 1.8% for extra virgin olive oil. Study participants received four tablespoons of corn oil or extra virgin olive oil in the foods provided every day, consistent with the Dietary Guidelines for