Sunflower Oil Canola Oil Soybean Oil

Sunflower oil, canola oil, and soybean oil are all common vegetable oils. They are extracted from the seeds of sunflowers, rapeseed plants (canola), and soybeans, respectively. The oils are then typically refined, bleached, and deodorized to create a neutral-tasting product suitable for cooking and food manufacturing.

These oils are used as cooking oils and as ingredients in a wide variety of processed foods. They provide moisture, texture, and help carry flavors. Manufacturers use them in baked goods, salad dressings, sauces, snacks, and many other products.

These oils are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are a source of unsaturated fats, including omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated these oils and their components. While generally considered healthy in moderation as part of a balanced diet, high intake of any fat can contribute to excess calorie consumption.