Canola Oil Peanut Oil Sunflower Oil

Canola oil is a vegetable oil derived from the seeds of the rapeseed plant. Peanut oil is extracted from peanuts. Sunflower oil is pressed from sunflower seeds. These oils are refined and purified for use in food.

These oils are used as cooking oils and as ingredients in a wide variety of processed foods. They provide a source of fat, improve texture, and can add flavor. You'll find them in salad dressings, baked goods, snacks, and fried foods.

Canola oil, peanut oil, and sunflower oil are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are sources of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, which are considered healthy fats. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated these oils and found them safe for consumption. Research suggests that diets rich in unsaturated fats may support heart health, but high intake of any fat should be balanced within a healthy diet.