Cottonseed And Soya
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What it is
Cottonseed oil is extracted from the seeds of cotton plants. Soya oil, also known as soybean oil, is made from the seeds of the soybean plant. Both are common vegetable oils used in food production.
Why it's used
These oils are used as cooking oils and as ingredients in a wide variety of processed foods. They function as fats and oils, providing texture, mouthfeel, and helping to blend other ingredients, particularly in baked goods, dressings, and spreads.
Health notes
Cottonseed oil and soybean oil are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are common sources of polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats. The World Health Organization (WHO) and other international bodies have evaluated fats and oils, but specific health statements about typical intake levels of these individual oils are complex and depend on the overall diet. Some research has explored the effects of different types of dietary fats, but no widespread controversies exist regarding the use of these oils at typical consumption levels.
Allergen info
Soybean oil is derived from soy, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. Cottonseed is not a major allergen.