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ENOVA – en ny revolusjonerende olje!
ENOVA – en ny revolusjonerende olje!?
Enova (or DAG – Diacylglycerol) is the latest discovery in bodybuilding when it comes to healthy cooking oils. Even though it’s conventionally used as an emulsifier its favourable profile far exceeds the purpose of just cooking your chicken in a frying pan or oven. For starters: very recent clinical studies suggest that when diacylglycerol is consumed in fairly large amounts, it possesses metabolic advantages that are distinct from those of triacylglycerol (TAG or regular cooking oil) and these characteristics may be beneficial in preventing and managing obesity [1]. The main distinction between the two oils appears to be related to its influence on energy expenditure and regulation of food intake. DAG is easily used for energy, as opposed to stored as fat. The opposite is commonly the case with TAG.
Traditional cooking oils consist primarily of TAG’s with a very small percentage being DAG’s. The main difference between the two has to do with the amount of fatty acids bound to the glycerol backbone. TAG’s attach three fatty acids whereas DAG’s only contain two. Both oils are broken down and absorbed the exact same way in the intestine, but here comes the kicker: due to the precise shape of the DAG molecule - enzymes inside the intestine are incapable of turning the fat into fat molecules that are commonly stored and therefore almost all calories stemming from Enova are burned as ENERGY. [2]
Another benefit of DAG is that it’s preferentially used by the liver to form ketone bodies without sacrificing amino acids and therefore is considered a muscle-sparing agent. Under normal circumstances, all long chain fatty acids (regular cooking oils) would take several hours to form energy, whereas DAG (short chain) is available shortly after ingestion therefore sparing amino acids and glucose especially if taken right before exercise.
References Cited:
[1] Murase T, Mizuno T, Omachi T, et al. Dietary diacylglycerol suppresses high fat and high sucrose diet-induced fat accumulation in C57BL/6J mice. J Lipid Res 2001;42:372–8
[2] H. Taguchi et al. Energy value and digestibility of dietary oil containing mostly 1, 3 diacylglycerol are similar to those of triacylglycerol. Lipids. 2001; 36: 379-382
How It Works
Enova™ oil is the first cooking oil clinically shown to help you maintain a healthy weight when used as part of a sensible diet.
Studies show that, compared to other cooking and salad oils, less Enova™ oil is stored in the body as fat. Foods made with Enova™oil taste just like foods made with traditional oil – so you can eat a sensible diet complete with the satisfying food you love and maintain a healthy weight.
Your body breaks down the fat in foods into components the intestine can absorb. These components are called fatty acids. Then the intestine rebuilds the fatty acids into fat molecules and combines them into packets that are sent to the bloodstream, to be stored in body tissues. But your body doesn’t treat all fats quite the same, and that’s why Enova™ oil is so special.
Traditional cooking oils consist mostly of fat molecules called triacylglycerols, or TAGs, with a small amount of diacylglycerols, or DAGs. Enova™ oil consists mostly of DAGs. TAGs carry three fatty acids on a backbone molecule; DAGs carry two fatty acids in the first and second positions on the backbone (1,2 DAGs) or in the first and third positions (1,3 DAGs). Your body breaks down Enova™ oil and traditional TAG oils exactly the same way and absorbs the resulting fatty acids into the intestine.
Enova™ oil consists of at least 80% DAGs. Approximately seventy percent of these DAGs are the (1,3) form of diacylglycerol. Due to the shape of the (1,3) DAG molecules, enzymes in the intestine can't recombine most of the pieces of this fat into fat molecules, so less fat is passed into the bloodstream to be stored in the body. Less of the DAG in Enova™ Oil is stored in the body as fat.
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FAQs
What is Enova™ brand oil?
Enova™ oil is a new premium cooking oil consisting of high concentrations of diacylglycerol (DAG), a type of fat already found in small quantities in conventional cooking oils. The predominant form of DAG fat in Enova™ oil is metabolized differently by the body. Studies show that, compared to other cooking and salad oils, less Enova™ oil is stored in the body as fat.
How does Enova™ oil work?
Enova™ oil is produced through a patented process that increases concentrations of diacylglycerols (i.e. DAG), a naturally occurring component found in vegetable oils, which contain two fatty acids per fat molecule. This is unlike conventional vegetable oils. Most cooking and salad oils mainly consist of fat molecules called triacylglycerols (i.e. TAG), which contain three fatty acids in the fat molecule. DAG is digested and absorbed by the body the same way as TAG, but DAG molecules are later metabolized in a slightly different way. Enova™ oil is DAG–rich oil. Less of the DAG in Enova™ oil is stored in the body as fat, compared to other vegetable oils.
How is it different from soy and canola oil? Could I make Enova™ oil myself from soy and canola?
Enova™ oil comes from soy and canola, but its main component, DAG oil, is initially present only in small quantities. Through a patented process, ADM Kao LLC – the joint venture between Archer Daniels Midland Company and Kao Corporation of Japan that brought Enova™ oil to the United States – converts the triacylglycerol (TAG) oil from natural soy and canola oils into a mixture that is at least 80 percent DAG oil. And, no, it’s not something you could do at home.
Is Enova™ oil a fat substitute?
No. The diacylglycerol (DAG) oil in Enova ™ oil is found in all natural vegetable oils at low concentrations. It is not an artificial fat substitute. We process natural soy and canola oils with a biological enzyme to produce the DAG content found in Enova™ oil.
What kind of fat is Enova™ oil?
The oil in Enova™ oil consists mostly of DAG polyunsaturated fats.
Is Enova™ oil higher in calories or fat?
Enova™ oil has essentially the same calories and fat content as the soy and canola oil from which it is made. But remember – Enova™ oil consists of high concentrations of DAG - less of the DAG in Enova™ oil is stored in your body as fat.
How does Enova™ oil taste?
Enova™ oil tastes just like the oil you’re used to – you’ll never notice the difference. Enova™ oil’s great, light taste lets the flavors of your food come through.
How do I use Enova™ oil?
You use Enova™ oil just like you’d use any other oil. You can fry, bake, grill and sauté just as you normally would as part of a sensible diet.
What do clinical studies show regarding weight loss?
Research in clinical trials in both Japan and the United States has shown that fat mass and weight may be reduced when 10 to 20 grams of Enova™ oil is substituted for conventional oils in a calorie-controlled diet. For more details on clinical studies, click here.
Will Enova™ oil cause digestive problems like some fat substitutes?
No. Enova™ oil is not an artificial fat like many fat substitutes. Fat substitutes are designed to pass through the body undigested, which has been reported to cause digestive problems in some cases. Enova™ oil is fully digested by the human body. Enova™ oil has been sold in Japan (as Econa® Healthy Cooking Oil) since 1999 and is the leading premium oil brand in that country. So, millions of people have safely been enjoying the oil since its introduction.
Are there any side effects?
Using Enova™ oil instead of conventional oil has no known adverse side effects. Enova™ oil has been sold in Japan (as Healthy Econa™ Cooking Oil) since 1999 and is the leading premium oil brand in that country. So, millions of people have safely been enjoying the oil since its introduction.
Is Enova™ oil FDA approved?
In Japan, Enova ™ oil (sold as Econa® Healthy Cooking Oil) is approved as Food for Specified Health Use (FOSHU) by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare (similar to the FDA). The FDA has already acknowledged Enova™ oil’s GRAS status, meaning “generally recognized as safe,” for use in home cooking oil. Along with several other food manufacturing categories. That means Enova™ oil can be sold as cooking oil and as an ingredient in salad dressing, mayonnaise, margarine, vegetable oil spreads, bakery products, nutrition bars, beverages, soups and sauces, gravies, pizza and frozen dinner entrees.
Has Enova™ oil been tested?
Enova™ oil is the product of over 15 years of research in Japan and the United States. In tests in both countries, use of Enova™ oil was found to produce less fat in the blood, and in some studies it lead to reduced fat mass in the body, when used as part of a sensible diet program. For more information, visit our. Enova™ Library. But the best tests have been done by millions of Japanese shoppers since 1999. They’ve made Enova™ oil (sold as Econa® Healthy Cooking Oil) the number one premium cooking oil in Japan where over 160 million bottles have been sold.
Who should use Enova™ oil?
Anyone who is interested in a sensible diet and maintaining a healthy life style.Initial studies of people on a calorie reduced diet indicate that body weight and body fat losses may occur to a greater extent when consuming two servings of Enova™ oil a day in place of conventional oils, and significant beneficial differences in health markers have been observed when 10 to 20 grams per day of Enova™ oil is substituted for traditional oil. Enova™ oil is not a fat substitute or reduced fat oil (same caloric content and fat content as conventional oil) – unlike fat substitutes promoted for weight loss. Enova™ oil is digested and absorbed just like conventional oil and does not result in undigested fat, which can cause gastrointestinal problems and malabsorption of important vitamins.
Is Enova™ oil healthy for diabetics?
Several clinical studies have been conducted using diabetic subjects. Descriptions and results of these studies may be found in the White Paper and clinical reference section of this site. In general, these studies have found benefits towards several health endpoints.
What is the nutritional content of Enova™ oil?
The nutritional profile is similar to that of conventional vegetable oil, with very low saturated fat, a blend of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids, 0 grams of trans fat, and, like other vegetable oils, no cholesterol. (refer to Nutrition Facts)
How many calories are there in a single serving of Enova™ oil?
Being an oil, not a fat substitute, Enova™ oil has 120 calories per 1 tablespoon serving, the same as other conventional oils. Enova™ oil is not a low-calorie oil. The way Enova™ oil is metabolized is different from conventional oils. Less of Enova™ oil is stored in the body as fat, compared to other vegetable oils.
How can Enova™ brand oil, which has the same amount of calorie as other oils, be a healthy alternative?
Enova™ oil is not a fat substitute. The way Enova™ oil is metabolized in the body is different from conventional oils. Clinical studies show that the less Enova™ oil is stored in the body as fat, compared to other conventional oils. No conventional oil can claim this.
What is the level of intake that is considered safe?
The FDA has not set a “tolerable upper limit” for Enova™ oil consumption. You can safely replace all of existing conventional cooking and salad oil use with Enova™ oil. We recommend using Enova™ oil as a part of your sensible diet.
How much Enova™ oil do you need to consume to be effective?
Studies to date suggest that a replacement of 10 to 20g per day of conventional oil with Enova™ oil have shown significant beneficial differences in health markers as compared to traditional oils.
Does Enova™ oil contain trans fat?
Enova™ oil has 0 grams of trans fat per serving. Refer to Nutrition Facts.
How does the saturated fat level of Enova™ oil compare with other conventional oils?
Enova™ oil has a saturated fat content of approximately 4%. Safflower, sunflower and canola oil are among the closest edible oils for saturated fat for content at 6-8%
What is the smoke point for Enova™ Oil? Can Enova™ Oil be used for deep frying?
The smoke point for Enova™ oil is 420F, so the oil would need to be heated somewhat lower than some conventional oils for deep frying. Enova™ oil can be used for home use for french fries, or any other type of deep frying. Due to the unique structure of Enova™ oil, it may discolor more quickly than traditional oils when used as a frying oil. Let color and taste be your guide.
Technical FAQs
What is Enova™ brand oil?
Enova™ oil is a new edible oil that is composed predominantly of diacylglycerols or diglycerides (DAG), unlike conventional vegetable oils, which are primarily made up of triacylglycerols or triglycerides (TAG). With its light yellow color and mild flavor, Enova™ oil looks and tastes like a conventional vegetable oil, but research shows that it may offer health benefits not found in conventional oils. Compared to conventional oils, less Enova™ oil is stored in the body as fat.
What is the nutritional content of Enova™ oil?
The nutritional profile of Enova™ oil is similar to that of conventional vegetable oil. It contains 120 calories in a 1 tablespoon (14 grams) serving. Total fat (14 grams) is predominantly unsaturated - 8 grams polyunsaturated, 5 grams monounsaturated. Less than 1 gram (0.5 gram) is saturated, which is half the saturated fat of canola oil. Enova™ oil is naturally cholesterol free, and each serving provides 30% daily value of vitamin E. Enova™ oil also has the least amount of saturated fat than any other conventional oil, and has zero grams of trans fat (refer to Nutrition Facts).
What is the process that increases the DAG in Enova™ oil?
DAG oil is manufactured through a process that begins with glycerol and fatty acids prepared from soy and canola oil. The fatty acids are esterified or linked to glycerol to form diacylglycerols in the presence of an enzyme, a commercial microbial lipase, which is specific for the 1 and 3 positions of the glycerol molecule. Then, the oil is refined into Enova™ oil.
What makes it different from other oils?
Enova™ oil is predominantly DAG oil. The DAG found in Enova™ oil is ingested with fatty acids predominantly in the 1,3 positions on the glycerol backbone. 1,3 DAG are converted into 1- (or 3-) monoglycerides by the 1,3 lipases in the small intestine, similar to the body’s handling of other fats and oils.
How does Enova™ oil work?
Substituting Enova™ oil for other oils may help lower blood lipids, especially triglycerides, after a meal. The metabolism or breakdown of DAG oil by the intestine and the liver may enhance the reduction of body weight and body fat. The fatty acids from both DAG and TAG oils are absorbed through the intestinal wall. Once inside the epithelial cells of the small intestine, however, resynthesis of TAG from the monoglycerides from DAG oil is difficult since the middle position on the glycerol backbone is vacant and the body’s enzymes for resynthesis are predominantly specific for the 2-monoglycerides. So, fatty acids do not get completely repackaged into TAG and chylomicrons, but instead more are broken down and sent to the liver to participate in beta-oxidation reactions. Triglycerides, on the other hand, are completely packaged into chylomicrons and transported through the lymph into the bloodstream to be stored as fat.
How much DAG oil do you need to consume to be effective?
Further research is currently underway to better determine the exact amount required to achieve optimal health benefits. However, studies to date suggest that people who consume the equivalent of 10 to 20 grams per day of DAG oil as part of a sensible diet received Enova™ oil’s health benefits.
What is the level of intake that is considered safe?
Our recommended serving size is 2 tablespoons per day, the amount used in our clinical studies of efficacy. You can safely replace all of your existing conventional cooking or salad oil use with Enova™ oil. During toxicological studies, no upper tolerable limit was discovered.
How does Enova™ oil fit into a sensible diet? Can I use Enova™ oil in place of conventional oil?
Enova™ oil can easily fit into a sensible diet as a replacement or alternative to other vegetable oils used in home cooking. Enova™ oil established as GRAS (generally recognized as safe) for margarine-like spreads and any home cooking oil application, including baked goods, soups and sauces, pizza, and salad dressings. It will act just as conventional oil would within those foods.
Why should you use Enova™ oil?
Any adults who are interested in consuming a sensible diet and maintaining a desirable weight should use Enova™ oil. Consumption of Enova™ oil in place of other types of oil may have an impact on body weight and body fat changes. Initial studies of people on a calorie-controlled diet indicate that body weight and body fat losses may occur to a greater extent when consuming 25 to 30 grams of Enova™ oil daily in place of conventional oil. Additional studies have shown reductions in post prandial serum triglyceride levels of over 30% when DAG is included in the diet. However, studies to date suggest that a replacement of 10 to 20g per day of conventional oil with Enova™ oil have shown significant beneficial differences in health markers as compared to traditional oils.
How will the product be sold and when?
Enova™ oil is now available nationally at retail grocery stores beginning in January 2005. It will also be available from the Enova™ oil Web site. Enova™ oil also has the potential to be used as an ingredient in some prepared foods, so products using Enova™ oil for consumers may also be available in the future.
What research do you have to demonstrate the safety of DAG oil?
Studies with animals and human subjects have shown no adverse effects from single dose or long term consumption of DAG oil. In short and long term oral toxicity studies performed on rats, no DAG-related toxic effects were found. In clinical studies with human subjects, no adverse effects were detected; while lowering of post-meal blood TG was observed, no change in free fatty acids, b-lipoprotein, insulin, ketones, cholesterol or clinical chemistries were observed in comparison to traditional TAG oil consumption. Other studies have shown that DAG oil does not affect the absorption of fat soluble vitamins.
What research has been done that demonstrates the effectiveness?
There are numerous clinical and animal studies which have shown health benefits of DAG oil. Especially those which support the claim: “Compared to other cooking and salad oils, less Enova™ oil is stored in the body as fat. Results of the studies have been published in peer-reviewed publications, including the Journal of the American College of Nutrition, Lipids and the Annals of Nutrition Metabolism. To learn more. click here
What is GRAS? Why is GRAS important for food products?
GRAS means that a food or food ingredient has been determined to be “generally recognized as safe” and satisfies certain requirements by law. DAG is a naturally-occurring component in all fats and has long been part of our eating regimens. Based on this and other scientific evidence verifying its safety, Kao Corporation and ADM Kao LLC have successfully notified the FDA of the GRAS (generally recognized as safe) status of Enova™ oil for use in home cooking oil, vegetable oil spreads, salad dressings, margarine-like spreads, mayonnaise, bakery products, nutrition bars and beverages, soups and sauces, gravies, pizza and frozen dinner entrees; however, Enova™ oil will act just as a conventional oil would within those foods.
Is Enova™ oil a fat substitute?
No. The diacylglycerol (DAG) oil in Enova™ oil is found in all natural vegetable oils at low concentrations. It is not an artificial fat substitute. We process natural soy and canola oils with a biological enzyme to produce the DAG content found in Enova™ oil.
Are there any potential side effects?
Because Enova™ oil is digested the same way as conventional vegetable oils, the potential side effects are no different than those of a conventional oil. In addition, studies with animals and human subjects have shown no adverse effects from single dose or long term consumption of Enova™ oil.
What Omega-6 and Omega-3 fatty acids are in Enova™ Oil? At what ratio are they present?
Enova™ oil contains linoleic acid (C18:2, n-6) and linolenic acid (C18:3, n-3). Both of these fatty acids come from the natural soy and canola used to manufacture Enova™ oil. The Omega-6 to Omega-3 ratio is approximately 10:1.
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