Department of Food and Public Distribution on June 15, 2021 E-launched “Nafed Fortified Rice Bran Oil”.
- According to the department, this initiative by Nafed will significantly reduce the country’s consumption dependence on imported edible oil in future.
- This Rice bran oil will be marketed by Nafed (National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India Ltd).
About Rice bran oil
- Rice Bran oil has multiple health benefits, including lowering cholesterol level due to its low trans-fat content and high mono unsaturated and poly unsaturated fat contents.
- It also acts as a booster and reduces the risk of cancer due to the high amount of Vitamin E it contains.
- This oil is recommended by The American Heart Association and the World Health Organization (WHO) as one of the best substitutes for other edible oils.
- Rice Bran oil from Nafed will be fortified and it will be ensured that it will contain additional nutrients and vitamins.
- According to the FSSAI, fortified oil can help a person fulfil 25-30% of the recommended dietary intake for vitamins A and D.
- Nafed Fortified Rice Bran Oil will be available at all Nafed Stores and also on various online platforms.
