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Sunflower Oil

Sunflower Oil is a cooking oil pressed from sunflower seeds, commonly used for frying, roasting and salad dressings; varieties range from unrefined cold‑pressed to high‑oleic types designed for higher heat tolerance. Nutritionally it is almost pure fat, providing 100g of fat per 100g, and is often chosen for its light flavor and high vitamin E content. Depending on the variety, sunflower oil can offer a favorable profile of unsaturated fats (especially in high‑oleic versions) and is a concentrated, calorie‑dense ingredient best used in moderation; opting for high‑oleic or extra‑virgin styles preserves more beneficial compounds than heavily refined versions.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Culinary processed · ~0.20€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

D

Use selectively

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

900 kcal

45% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

0 g

0% RDI

Fat

100 g

9g sat fat

Carbs

0 g

0% RDI

Sugar

0 g

0% RDI

Fiber

0 g

0% RDI

Salt

0 g

0% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

D · 4.1 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Sunflower Oil healthy?

Sunflower Oil is rated D on overall nutritional quality and is best consumed in moderation alongside more nutrient-dense foods.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Sunflower Oil?

Sunflower Oil is NOVA 2 - Culinary processed.

Q.05Is Sunflower Oil gluten free?

Yes, Sunflower Oil is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Sunflower Oil?

100g of Sunflower Oil contains 900 kcal, 0g protein, 0g carbohydrates, 100g fat, and 0g fiber.

Q.04Is Sunflower Oil vegan?

Yes, Sunflower Oil is vegan.

Q.06Is Sunflower Oil lactose free?

Yes, Sunflower Oil is lactose free.

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