And Sunflower Oil

Sunflower oil is a vegetable oil extracted from the seeds of the sunflower plant. It is produced by crushing sunflower seeds and then extracting the oil, often using solvents or mechanical pressing. The oil can be refined, bleached, and deodorized to create a neutral-tasting product.

Sunflower oil is used as a cooking oil and as an ingredient in many processed foods due to its neutral flavor and relatively high smoke point. It functions as a fat or oil, adding richness and mouthfeel to products like snacks, baked goods, and dressings.

Sunflower oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fatty acids, which are considered healthy fats. JECFA has evaluated sunflower oil and established specifications for its identity and quality. Evidence does not link typical consumption of sunflower oil to adverse health effects.