Edible oils are fats, typically liquid at room temperature, extracted from plants. This category includes a variety of oils like corn, vegetable, olive, canola, and sunflower oil, commonly used for cooking, baking, frying, and in salad dressings. When choosing edible oils, the Nutrition Facts label provides important information about fat content. Look for total fat, and pay attention to the types of fat. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2025-2030) recommend keeping saturated fat intake to less than 10% of daily calories. Most edible oils are good sources of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. It's also important to check for trans fat, aiming for 0 grams. Pure edible oils are naturally cholesterol-free, as cholesterol is only found in animal products. The ingredient list for pure oils is usually straightforward, often listing just the oil itself, such as "extra virgin olive oil" or "100% canola oil." For cooking sprays or oil blends, the ingredient list might include propellants or other components. All values are shown per 100 g so products can be compared.