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Canola Oil

Canola oil has been claimed to promote good health due to its very low saturated fat and high monounsaturated fat content, and beneficial omega-3 fatty acid profile. The Canola Council of Canada states that it is completely safe and is the “healthiest” of all commonly used cooking oils. It has well established heart health benefits and is recognized by many health professional organizations including the American Dietetic Association, and American Heart Association, among others. Canola oil has been authorized a qualified health claim from the US Food and Drug Administration .

Fatty Acids compositions: Oleic acid (ω-9 fatty acids) 61%, Linoleic acid (ω-6 fatty acid) 21%, Alpha-linolenic acid (ω-3 fatty acid) 11% 9%. Saturated fatty acids: 7% : Palmitic acid 4% and Stearic acid 2% and Trans fat 4%.

Canola oil is a Skin-Conditioning Agent – Occlusive and  EMOLLIENT. Canola oil has barrier-repair and anti-inflammatory properties (Source: British Journal of Dermatology, February 1996, pages 215–220). This oil is usually found in combination with other carrier oils. It is high in Vitamin E. Used in lotions, creams, massage oils.