Sunflower Oil
Oil extracted from sunflower seeds, used in supplements as a carrier oil and natural preservative
Excipients
Plant Oils
Research: Moderate
Scientific Name
Helianthus annuus seed oil
Classifications
Processing:
extraction
Source:
sunflower-seeds
Type:
plant-oil
Benefits
- Provides vitamin E and healthy fats
- Functions as natural emulsifier in formulations
- Supports ingredient stability and bioavailability
- Offers allergen-friendly alternative to soy
- Acts as natural preservative in some applications
Specific Properties
- High in vitamin E (natural antioxidant)
- Light, neutral flavor profile
- Good stability when properly processed
- Contains beneficial fatty acids
- Natural alternative to synthetic carriers
Safety Notes
Generally recognized as safe (GRAS). Well-tolerated by most individuals. Sunflower products are naturally free from major allergens. Those with specific sunflower allergies should avoid. High-quality processing is important to prevent oxidation.
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About Sunflower
A flowering plant whose seeds and oil are widely used in food and supplement applications, valued for their nutritional content and functional properties
Back to SunflowerForms of Sunflower Oil
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Refined Sunflower Oil
Processed sunflower oil with improved stability and neutral characteristics
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Cold-Pressed Sunflower Oil
Mechanically extracted sunflower oil without heat processing
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High-Oleic Sunflower Oil
Sunflower oil from specially bred varieties high in oleic acid for enhanced stability