Vegetable Oil One Or More Of The Following: Corn

Vegetable oil is a liquid fat extracted from plants. Common sources include soybeans, corn, canola, and sunflower seeds. The oil is typically extracted through pressing or solvent extraction, then refined to remove impurities.

Vegetable oils are used as a cooking medium and as an ingredient to add flavor, texture, and richness to foods. They act as emulsifiers, helping to blend ingredients like oil and water, and can improve shelf life by preventing spoilage. They are found in a wide variety of processed foods, including baked goods, snacks, dressings, and fried items.

Vegetable oils are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are a source of energy and can provide essential fatty acids. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated vegetable oils. While generally considered healthy in moderation as part of a balanced diet, high intake of certain types of fats, like saturated and trans fats, has been linked to health concerns by organizations such as the World Health Organization.