Canola Oil Soy Lecithin

Canola oil is a vegetable oil made from the seeds of the canola plant, a cultivar of rapeseed. The seeds are cleaned, crushed, and then the oil is extracted using mechanical pressing and/or solvent extraction. The crude oil is then refined to remove impurities, resulting in a neutral-flavored oil.

Canola oil is used as a cooking oil due to its high smoke point and neutral flavor. It's also used as an ingredient in many processed foods like salad dressings, baked goods, and snacks, often functioning as a fat or oil source.

Canola oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is a source of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, including omega-3 fatty acids. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated canola oil and its components. Some studies suggest potential benefits from its fatty acid profile, while others raise questions about processing methods, though evidence is mixed and often debated.