High Oleic Canola And Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oils
What is High Oleic Canola And Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oils?
This is a blend of two types of oils. High oleic canola oil is a variety of canola oil bred to have a higher amount of oleic acid, a type of monounsaturated fat. Hydrogenated cottonseed oil is made from cottonseed oil that has undergone a process called hydrogenation, which makes it more solid at room temperature.
Is High Oleic Canola And Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oils vegan?
High Oleic Canola And Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oils is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is High Oleic Canola And Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oils gluten-free?
This ingredient is not a source of gluten.
Is High Oleic Canola And Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oils a major allergen?
Cottonseed is not one of the 9 major allergens.
What is High Oleic Canola And Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oils used for?
Manufacturers add this blend to foods like biscuits and cookies to improve texture and shelf life.
Is High Oleic Canola And Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oils safe?
Partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs), which were a source of artificial trans fats, are no longer considered GRAS by the FDA since 2018, largely removing them from the food supply.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add this blend to foods like biscuits and cookies to improve texture and shelf life. The oils help create a desirable mouthfeel and prevent the product from becoming stale.
Health notes
Partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs), which were a source of artificial trans fats, are no longer considered GRAS by the FDA since 2018, largely removing them from the food supply. High oleic canola oil is generally recognized as safe. The FDA has not set specific upper intake levels for these types of oils, and they are not subject to the same regulations as artificial colors or preservatives.
Allergen info
Cottonseed is not one of the 9 major allergens. Canola is not a major allergen. This ingredient is not a source of gluten.
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