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At What Temperature Does Olive Oil Become Toxic? (Myth Busted)

Nutrition lore has it that carcinogens are released when olive oil is heated beyond a specific temperature, thus making it toxic. However, any cooking oil degrades and may emit potentially carcinogenic compounds when heated to the point where it smokes. It’s just that different oils start smoking at different temperatures. It’s a common saying: “Extra virgin ...

Ratul Saha

Olive oil being poured into a bowl.