Groundnut and its oil contain several phytochemicals such as campesterol, β-sitosterol, sigmasterol, and resveratrol, which may have a protective role against colon, breast, and prostate cancer Consuming too much peanut oil can lead to consuming too many calories, which may make you fat. Too much of this oil can have an opposite reaction leading to an increase in LDL cholesterol. Sometimes, in rare cases, it may also lead to blockage of some arteries. It is rich in heart-healthy fatty acids