The research, presented at the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology annual meeting in San Antonio, Texas, highlights the potential risks associated with deep frying and the reuse of frying oil. The study found that reused frying oil could affect connections between the liver, gut, and brain, leading to neurodegeneration in both the rats consuming the fried food and their offspring.
Reused Frying Oil and Neurodegeneration
The researchers conducted experiments on rats to investigate the effects of reused frying oil on the body. They found that the reused oil impacted the gut-brain axis, a communication network between the gastrointestinal system and the central nervous system.
Impacts on Offspring
Interestingly, the study also revealed that the effects of the reused frying oil were passed on to the offspring of the rats consuming the fried food. The researchers observed neurodegeneration in the offspring, suggesting that the impact of the reused oil can be transmitted across generations.
Recommendations
The findings of this study highlight the importance of carefully considering the reuse of frying oil and the potential health consequences it may have. The researchers recommend further investigation into the long-term effects of consuming fried foods cooked in reused oil, as well as the development of guidelines for the safe use and disposal of frying oil.