Linda Ohr

Linda Milo Ohr

Consumers are now realizing that not all fats are bad, and that some are even essential for proper nutrition. According to the United Soybean Board’s (USB) 15th Annual Consumer Attitudes about Nutrition report, consumers recognized olive oil (87%), flaxseed oil (71%), canola oil (70%), and soybean oil (68%) as the healthiest oils. Nutritional oils such as these have been reported to benefit skin, heart health, diabetes, and even weight management. Here’s a look at recent news regarding some of t…

When used as part of a balanced diet, canola oil has been shown to lower blood cholesterol levels, decreasing the risk of heart disease.







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Linda Milo Ohr is a food scientist and writer based in Highlands Ranch, Colo. ([email protected]).
Linda Ohr