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(Created page with "== Benefits of canola oil == *Canola oil has several health benefits. It is low in saturated fat and high in monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, which can help lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. Canola oil is also a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for brain and heart health. *Canola oil is also rich in vitamin E, which is an antioxidant that can help protect the body from damage caused by free radicals. Ad...") |
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*Canola oil is also rich in [[vitamin E]], which is an antioxidant that can help protect the body from damage caused by free radicals. Additionally, canola oil has a high smoke point, which means it can be heated to high temperatures without breaking down and releasing harmful compounds. | *Canola oil is also rich in [[vitamin E]], which is an antioxidant that can help protect the body from damage caused by free radicals. Additionally, canola oil has a high smoke point, which means it can be heated to high temperatures without breaking down and releasing harmful compounds. | ||
[[File:Great value canola oil in a bottle.JPG|thumb|Great value canola oil in a bottle]] | [[File:Great value canola oil in a bottle.JPG|thumb|Great value canola oil in a bottle]] | ||
== Nutritional content == | == Nutritional content == | ||
*One tablespoon (15 ml) of canola oil contains: | *One tablespoon (15 ml) of canola oil contains: | ||
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*Canola oil is also free of [[trans fats]], which are known to increase the risk of heart disease. | *Canola oil is also free of [[trans fats]], which are known to increase the risk of heart disease. | ||
[[File:Canola Oil bottle.jpg|thumb|Canola Oil bottle]] | [[File:Canola Oil bottle.jpg|thumb|Canola Oil bottle]] | ||
== Comparison to other oils == | == Comparison to other oils == | ||
*Canola oil is often compared to other types of oils, such as [[olive oil]] and [[coconut oil]]. Here is how canola oil compares to these oils: | *Canola oil is often compared to other types of oils, such as [[olive oil]] and [[coconut oil]]. Here is how canola oil compares to these oils: | ||