What oil do Okinawans use?: Decoding the Fats in a Longevity Diet
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The traditional Okinawan diet is notably low in total fat, with only about 2% of calories coming from added oils around 1950. So, what oil do Okinawans use? The answer isn't a single bottle from a grocery store aisle, but a historical and cultural practice of minimal fat usage and specific fat types.