Canola oil
Canola Oil
Canola oil (/kəˈnoʊlə/ kə-NOH-lə) is a type of vegetable oil derived from a variety of rapeseed that is low in erucic acid, as opposed to colza oil.
Etymology
The term "canola" was coined from "Canadian oil, low acid" to convince consumers that this oil was safe to eat. And it is also a contraction of Can (for Canada) and ola (for oil low acid).
Production
Canola oil is produced from the seeds of the canola plant. Once the seeds have been harvested, they are crushed to extract the oil. The remaining material is then processed into canola meal, which is used as a high protein livestock feed.
Uses
Canola oil is used in both food applications and industrial applications. In foods, it is used for frying, in salad dressings, and for baking. It is also used in the production of biodiesel.
Health Effects
Canola oil is known for its low saturated fat content and has a beneficial omega-3 fatty acid profile. The American Heart Association has recognized canola oil as heart-healthy oil.
Related Terms
- Rapeseed
- Vegetable Oil
- Biodiesel
- American Heart Association
- Omega-3 Fatty Acid
- Saturated Fat
- Canola Meal
- Erucic Acid
- Colza Oil
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Canola oil
- Wikipedia's article - Canola oil
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