The other day I saw a “real food” blogger giving away a tub of “organic ghee” to one lucky reader. I said to my husband, “What in the heck is ghee and why would anyone want it?” I thought that blogger sounded a lot more “hard core” than me about eating naturally…admittedly because I didn’t understand the reasoning behind the giveaway.
I’ve openly shared for months that oils are a weakness of mine and one of the last areas where our family could use a “real food” makeover. Trust me, the reader comments that call me out on my use of canola oil and cooking spray have not gone unnoticed!
So I am pleased to share that my period of “ignorance is bliss” is over, and to help me make this transition I've turned to Deliciously Organic blogger and cookbook author, Carrie Vitt. And I must share that after a brief conversation with Carrie about this post I went out and actually bought some organic ghee. I haven’t opened it yet, but I will hopefully find the perfect opportunity to start using it!
Before we dive into this post I want to say that if you tried to avoid refined oils 100% of the time it would be incredibly challenging to leave the house. So it's important to remember to strike a balance between your real food mission and reality.
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Here is a detailed explanation of oils from Carrie Vitt in the first-ever “100 Days of Real Food” guest post:
Healthy fats in your diet are essential to healthy living. Healthy unrefined fats enhance our immune and endocrine systems, are needed for energy, and help play an important role in the health of our bones.
Olive oil, for example, that is unrefined, uses olives that have been pressed to extract the oil, but the oil itself hasn't been filtered, heated, treated with chemicals, and so on. In other words, without getting too technical, it's in its pure state.
In a world where our attention is brought to the latest studies it is important to understand which oils are beneficial for the body and which ones to avoid. Overall, it is best to consume unrefined oils. Unfortunately, these are sometimes difficult to find, but I've tried to remove most of the legwork.
Oils to Avoid
Many of the oils used in the modern American diet are hazardous to our health. They are processed, cleaned with chemicals, and most come from genetically modified corn, canola or soy. Most oils found on the grocery store aisles are heated to very high temperatures during processing; this heat oxidizes the oils. Oxidation also creates free radicals that can damage the cells of our bodies so it is best to avoid them.
The processing increases the shelf-life of the oils and removes most of the natural flavoring, making them more attractive for the industrial food industry, but less attractive to the consumer. Vegetable oils, like canola and corn oil, are usually made with genetically modified corn, canola, and soy. So, I suggest you limit the use of such oils and stick with unrefined oils.
Here’s an easy checklist of oils to avoid:
- Vegetable Oil
- Organic Vegetable Oil
- Soybean Oil
- Corn Oil
- Canola Oil
- Organic Canola Oil
- Grape Seed Oil
- Hydrogenated Oils
- Margarine
- Any oil that is labeled as refined, hydrogenated, partially-hydrogenated
Recommended Oils and Fats
Coconut oil has gotten a bad rap over the last twenty years because many studies published about coconut oil were done on hydrogenated coconut oil. We should as a matter, of course, avoid hydrogenated oils of any kind so be sure to read the labels. Virgin coconut oil, processed without chemicals or high heat, is rich in medium-chain fatty acids that are quickly absorbed into the body for energy.
This naturally saturated, but not hydrogenated, fat is getting renewed attention among researchers as it becomes clear that saturated fats have many vital roles to play in our bodies.
When buying coconut oil, make sure you buy organic, unrefined, centrifuged oil. To receive the maximum benefits you really want to find the best oil possible. Coconut oil is extremely stable so it is great to use when higher heat is necessary.
In a typical recipe, coconut oil can be used as a replacement for other oils 1:1. If you are sautéing, however, I have found that you need less coconut oil than you may initially think (due to low water content), so use it very sparingly.
Check out Avocado Oil Vs Olive Oil for more information about two heart healthy oils.
Recipes Using Coconut Oil (pictured)
The best butter is from organic, pastured cows, unpasteurized, and preferably cultured. Bright yellow organic butter is a good indicator of butter made with milk from grass-fed cows. If you can' t find raw butter, which is made from raw milk, then try to use an organic, cultured product.
Olive oil is a wonderfully nourishing oil and is most beneficial when used in its raw form or processed at medium to low heat. Olive oil has a medium smoke point (visually starts to smoke) and so it' s best to cook with it at a medium heat or lower to prevent oxidation, which breaks down the nutrients.
When buying olive oil, look for oil that is extra virgin, cold-pressed, and unfiltered. This can be difficult because there are no regulations on labeling olive oil in the United States.
So, for instance, an oil labeled cold pressed or unrefined may not actually be so. The first thing to do when searching for a good olive oil is to find out where it comes from. Call the company, visit their website, and find out exactly how they make their oil. When you buy it, the olive oil should have a golden color and be cloudy (because it' s unfiltered), and come in a dark green bottle to slow oxidation. The oxidation process creates free-radicals which can damage the body' s cells.
Red palm oil is a beautifully rich red oil that contains oleic and linoleic acid. It's a highly stable oil that adds a rich flavor to recipes and is my favorite for popping popcorn.
Sesame oil is a stable oil that is great for cooking at high heats. I also love to add flavor by drizzling it over stir-fry before serving.
Flaxseed oil is rich in omega-3s and should be kept refrigerated until consumed. Since heat will oxidize this oil, it should not be used to cook with, but rather only added to salads, smoothies, and other cold foods. It is best to use this oil in small quantities because the body absorbs it slowly.
Some additional healthy oils and fats to use:
- Lard - preferably from organic, pastured animals
- Ghee (clarified butter) - good to use at high temperatures
- Tallow - preferably from organic, pastured animals
- Avocado oil - good to use at high temperatures
Keep in mind that even though you're not going to use certain processed vegetable oils in your cooking, it's almost impossible to completely avoid them if you are using processed foods, as they are found in thousands of packaged products. Therefore, make sure to read the labels on packaged foods to know what kinds of oils were used and choose products that use the most healthy ingredients.
I understand this new information can be overwhelming. There is a simple and practical way to make the change. My motto is “Make one change a week.” For example, this week you could buy some coconut oil and use it in your cooking and baking instead of canola oil. Or maybe you identify the foods in your pantry and fridge with processed oils and begin using healthier foods and ingredients. It’s your choice. You can do this!
If you find yourself asking, “Isn’t fat bad? Doesn’t fat cause heart disease? Doesn’t fat make me fat? Go to this post where I answer these questions and provide further resources.
About Carrie Vitt
Carrie Vitt began cooking as soon as she could peer over the countertops and by sixteen was working in the kitchens of her mother’s award-winning Dallas catering company, The Festive Kitchen.
When, as a young mother, Carrie found herself challenged by health problems that meant popping multiple medications each day, she decided to take matters into her own hands -- or rather, into her own kitchen. She switched her diet to whole, unprocessed, pure organic ingredients and noticed an improvement in a matter of days.
When her friends and family wanted to know how she did it, she began sharing recipes on her blog, www.deliciouslyorganic.net, and followed up in 2011 with a cookbook, Deliciously Organic. Husband, kid, and party friendly, Deliciously Organic is brimming with the recipes and flavors families love, all created using wholesome, unrefined, and organic ingredients.
Carrie lives with her husband, an Air Force test pilot, and their two daughters in Southern California.
Karen says
Can you explain why grape seed oil is not okay. I know it should be used for frying, but I thought it was okay in salad dressings and baking.
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Karen. This blogger goes into clear details on grape seed oil: http://www.eatnakednow.com/eatnaked/2011/04/12/smokin-hot-or-unsafe-is-cooking-with-grape-seed-oil-a-good-idea/. ~Amy
marty chamberlain says
Canola = Canada oil low acid. Processed with Hexane gas.. Don't use it.. I was originally used as a fuel, not for consumption. If it is man made, it is not food.
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Bekah. All three are refined oils which are not approved for the pledge. We avoid refined oils outside of the pledge, as well. ~Amy
Bekah says
Is rice bran oil healthy or is it refined? I'm having trouble figuring that out. Also is there a difference between high-oleic sunflower oil and plain sunflower oil or are both approved for this pledge?
Michelle says
Hi, just wondering about oils. We are into our 2nd week of the 100 day challenge, and we have been sticking to extra virgin olive oil, coconut oil and butter. I'm wondering about sunflower and safflower oils. I don't see these mentioned above and wondering where they would fall health-wise?
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Michelle. Sunflower and Safflower oil are refined oils and we do not use them in our recipes or other food prep. ~Amy
Sandi says
What can I use, other than coconut oil, to sub for canola oil when baking? I really don't like coconut at all. The canola oil I use currently is Trader Joe's, so at least it's not GMO, but I'd still like to find an alternative. Thanks for any suggestions, and thanks for this blog, I love it!
Sandi says
Oh, forgot to mention that the TJ's canola is expeller pressed, too, no solvents. Thanks!
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Sandi. We would typically sub butter for coconut oil in baking. ~Amy
Kristen says
This will be a good challenge, I plan to look through our cabinets to see what oils are lurking in there!
Rachel says
I've been using coconut oil (LouAna's) from Walmart. Is there another less expensive coconut oil that is not refined and doesn't have the coconut taste? I would love to be able to feed my family the best but our strict one teacher income doesn't allow it.
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Rachel. Trader Joe's coconut oil is well priced. Costco also has a very large container that is priced well. ~Amy
kate says
Just a note too about coconut oil. The one at Walmart is hydrogenated and refined. The one at Trader Joe's and Costco is the type of coconut oil that you want. It's unrefined and organic. The best price is the large tub at Costco at $.28/oz but if you want to go small then head to TJ's.
Lori says
We started doing the fresh 20 several months ago and went through a ton of grapeseed oil. I am sad to see it on this list as I thought it was a healthier alternative. My husband seems to have a weird reaction to coconut oil and doesn't like it, so I am still looking for an alternative. In baking, most of the time we just use applesauce, but there are times when I need something to replace canola oil.
Sierra says
We've recently started using coconut oil and are really happy with its versatility! I have organic virgin coconut oil for baking, etc and mechanically pressed organic coconut oil for cooking (when we don't want it to taste like coconut). I know virgin has the most health benefits but is refined beneficial as well? As long as it's not chemically treated or heated? Thanks! Love your site!
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Sierra. Here is a post on cooking with coconut oil: https://www.100daysofrealfood.com/2012/02/07/how-to-cook-with-coconut-oil/ and an extensive post on coconut oil from Deliciously Organic: http://deliciouslyorganic.net/coconut-oil/. ~Amy
Linda says
I can't tell you how many bottles of canola oil I have thrown out. My dear hubby kept buying it. He thought I was using it up...LOL. I only use coconut, olive oil and butter. We have used peanut oil on occasion, but not often. (Didn't see it on either list.) Thanks so much for the list and explanation. It reaffirms my own research. I think the low fat or no fat diets are hurting America. Use the fats your body can use in moderation and you will be fine.
Anna says
Butter vs margarine? Per this post and everything I thought I knew, I have avoided margarine like the plague! Thanksgiving brought up a huge confrontation bc we would not eat or allow our kids to eat certain things. We explained ourselves and basically said if u use margarine we would not eat it. So the next dinner we were surprised that MIL actually did research and tried to use 0g transfat. Yay! But... then found out she used 0g Crisco (bummer) and non hydrogenated margarine. She read on mayo clinic that when choosing go margarine for better heart health than butter. Sure enough it said that. SO... when given the choice of margarine w no hydrogenated oils or regular butter (non organic grain fed) which is the better option? (And no... won't be convincing her to go grass fed organic butter :) )
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Anna. I think you will find this post from Deliciously Organic helpful: http://deliciouslyorganic.net/hashed-browns/. She has a list of other articles to consider at the bottom of the post. ~Amy
Desiree says
What kind of oil would you ladies recommend using on cast iron skillets after they've been washed and dried.
Traditionally my family has always used Crisco (because it doesn't go rancid). I'm thinking my great grandmother used lard, but that's a difficult thing to get where I live. I will order it online if necessary though.
Penny for your thoughts and advice.
Michelle says
Doing the mini-pledge, on my own. Cannot get hubby, who handles the cooking and shopping, to buy in. This makes it especially hard when I come home to a house full of junk food. BUT, the amazing thing for me is finding that the junk food has lost its appeal after just a few weeks of eating real food. I sat down last night, and out of habit reached into the bag of m&m's hubby had next to me. After eating a few, I realized that I was not actually enjoying them, and put what was left in my hand back. Time to go grab an apple!
Tay says
Is it ok to use organic refined coconut oil?
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Tay. Your coconut oil should be unrefined. ~Amy
Ben says
You forgot about Hemp Seed Oil (http://nutiva.com/faq/hemp-faq/) as a recommended oil! One of the finest oils in existence:
"A. Hemp oil contains the most essential fatty acids (EFAs) of any nut or seed oil, with the omega-3 and omega-6 EFAs occurring in the nutritionally optimal 1:3 ratio."
Laura says
Hi All, Does any know if Rice Bran Oil is ok? This is my favourite oil as the flavour is mild & it has a high smoke point so is great for cooking with. The container says that it is "Extra-cold filtered" but I don't know what that means and how it is different to cold pressed.
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Laura. We've not used rice bran oil and I've found really conflicting information on it. Sorry that I can't give you a better answer. Here is an article to consider: http://www.drweil.com/drw/u/QAA400459/Is-Rice-Bran-Oil-Healthy.html. ~Amy
Jennifer says
What about cold pressed grape seed oil. Curious about how healthy the Wild Tree grape seed oil is? Any thoughts or information
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Jennifer. I cannot speak to that brand in particular. Grape seed oil, in general, is on Carrie's list of oxidized oils to avoid. ~Amy
Ginger says
This is a new situation...my friend's child is allergic to nuts (including coconuts) and milk fat. I use oil frequently for roasting and baking. What are some options of oil that works well with sweet and savory not only for my family, but my friend's? Also, I am on a tight budget.
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Ginger. We use butter and coconut oil interchangeably. I would think that would be your best solution. ~Amy
Nikki K says
I tried some coconut oil while making a whole wheat banana bread...but the "oil" is chunky/hard. Do you microwave is first or how to you use this when baking? I'm sure it just melts when using for stirfry and things in a skillet, but wasn't sure how to use it for breads, etc. Thanks!
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Nikki. Yes, you melt it first. Here is a little more info on cooking with coconut oil: https://www.100daysofrealfood.com/2012/02/07/how-to-cook-with-coconut-oil/. ~Amy
Luisa Boadella says
Is coconut oil safe for my morning scrambled or sunny side up eggs???? How about to fry onions before making homemade soup????
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hello Luisa. Yep, and you might be surprised by how little you need to use. ~Amy
Ree says
Growing up in India, the only oils we had were cocunut oil and sunflower oil and my mom used only that with occasional homemade ghee. I was totally confused on the oils and what to use after I moved to Texas. I did not know that I need to research. I bought vegetable oil from walmart for few years, then moved to grapeseed and organic olive from costso. I feel terrible about it now that I fed it to my family. Homemade ghee using organic butter is the best. I make it and the kids love it.
Amber says
We haven't fully committed to your pledge yet, but oils were one of the first place I began revamping my pantry. I purchased ghee and my husband was very skeptical. It has become our FAVORITE oil for high heat foods, especially cooking eggs in the morning. My husband likes to use butter but I hate the burned, smokiness off it. Using ghee instead we get the flavor but none of the nasty stuff. Thank you so much for introducing us to Ghee!
Ree says
We were always told by our parents/grandparents to use ghee sparingly. The kids can have it more but adults need to watch their consumption. Its very high in saturated fat and can increase cholesterol. I wish I could eat it like how i ate while I was a kid. I love it.
Melissa says
I was just wondering about whether sunflower oil is okay to use or is just the same as the other vegetable/canola oils?
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Melissa. Sunflower is one of the refined oils that we avoid. ~Amy
Carleigh says
Can you recommend an oil, besides coconut oil, that is good for baking? I notice a lot of the recipes for baked goods use coconut oil, but I have an allergy to coconut so I can't have it at all. I have tried using other oils but they seem to alter the taste/texture of the baked goods. Thanks!
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi there. We typically would replace coconut oil with butter for baking. ~Amy
Jenny says
Hi, I was looking into getting oil to make tortillas and I saw you used avocado oil. I was wondering first of all if there was any other oil that worked well in making tortillas and also what is the difference between cold pressed and expeller pressed avocado oil? Thanks for the help!
Lisa says
Coconut oil or pastured lard would be a good substitute. Also "cold pressed" means no (or little) heat during the processing - which is good.
Kerry says
Hi Amy!
Thank you for your response to my question regarding using sunflower oil instead of coconut oil in the brownie recipe. Perhaps I should have been more specific about the sunflower oil I use. I live in MN and have discovered a local company that makes cold-pressed sunflower oil. They sell it at a local farmers market. Their website is smudeoil.com. So far, I have been happy with their product.
I am enjoying the information you present on your website. Thank you for passing on the great updates.
Kerry
Alana says
Just wondering why Grapeseed oil is bad, I recently had an allergry test and in that I need to avoid both olive & avacodo oils. I can have coconut, but notice a coconutty flavor sometimes to my foods. Just looking for an clean healthy alternative for both cooking and salad dressing options.
Thanks for your help!
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Alana. Grapeseed oil is processed with chemicals used to abstract the oil from the seed. You might try a different coconut oil brand. I've noticed some variation in flavor depending on which I buy. Have you tried flaxseed oil for salad dressings? ~Amy
Kendra says
Not all grapeseed oil is processed with chemicals. Wildtree sells expeller pressed grapeseed oil.
http://shop.wildtree.com/pages/cfAboutGrapeseedOil.cfm
Yvonne says
Please remove red palm oil from your list and do some research into the plight of orangutans. Human demand for palm oil is leading to the wholesale slaughter of these animals.
Sue W says
Where on earth did you get THAT information? Palm...like from the plant, no animal involved.
Egads says
Palm oil definitely contributes to orangutan habitat destruction. Palm oil is in lots of refined foods, soaps and beauty products. There are lots of environmental and animal rights groups trying to save them. The best way to stop this is indeed, as the previous commenter says, to boycott palm oil products.
June says
Yes, destruction of palm trees and the "plantation" of palm trees is definitely eliminating habitat AND adding fossil fuels to the environment. Not a good choice! Check out soaps, beauty products etc. I am getting to the point I am reading everything. Once you get into a routine of having found the stuff that is "good" it gets easier!! Just starting this journey, have been adding veggies and fruits, buying organic (it turns out it isn't as expensive because we dropped so much "junk" processed stuff that we are spending about the same each week, and we live in upper Michigan where it's hard to find a lot of things!). Worth the "trip" we are on, I have seen a huge improvement in my serious, rare disease!!!
Charity says
I believe that RED palm oil is significantly different than palm oil. According to some sources I've found, it's actually sustainable and grown on a few small organic farms in Ecuador. Maybe do some additional research if this is something you're passionate about.
Fiona says
Red palm oil is simply a different part of the fruit - it's from the fruit rather than the seed and it is healthier than palm kernel oil from the seeds. It's all high in saturated fat.
It all comes from the oil palm plant though. Most of the palm oil produced today comes from Asia where virgin rainforest is clearfelled and burnt at an alarming rate (something like 70 football fields an hour). It's destroying orangutan habitat and local people's livelihoods. South East Asian jungle is more diverse than the Amazon and many more species are on the brink of extinction because of human behaviour. Palm oil is the main reason for its destruction and the industry is incredibly corrupt.
There are some sustainable palm oil sources but you have to ask each company where their supply comes from. Greenpalm certificates that some companies talk about are a regular attempt at greenwashing. Only companies signed up to the RSPO (Roundtable for Sustainable Palm Oil) are making any efforts, and even they are not required to be fully sustainable for several more years. Some Central and South American palm oil is sustainable but there is evidence that the industry is doing damage there too.
Suzann Lewis says
I have found that since we cut out canola oil and switched to using butter and coconut oil, our cholesterol has gone up. Especially LDL. What do you say to this? We have been told to remove coconut oil and most butter, going back to canola.
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Suzann. We always advise people to follow the advice of their physician as we are not medical professionals. Jason and Lisa had a different experience with their cholesterol but every individual is different. Wishing you good health. ~Amy
Cheryl says
Thanks so much for all the wonderful info and help getting families healthy! I've always used olive oil, but want to make sure I have a brand that is extra virgin, cold-pressed and unrefined (esp since labeling is not required). Can you suggest some brands? THANKS!
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Cheryl. We aren't really brand loyal as far as olive oil goes. This guide may help: http://lettherebebite.com/in-store-guide/olive-oil/. ~Amy
Jessica Stepp says
I will do the no bad oils pledge for one week. There are 2 adults & 1 child in our home. I will only use organic coconut oil, organic hemp seed oil, olive oil, & organic butter.
Heidi says
I'm completely new to organic/unprocessed cooking. I'm confused on the consistency of coconut oil. It's solid rather than liquid. How does that work in the whole wheat waffles recipe or other recipes where you are looking for actual "oil"?
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Heidi. When baking with coconut oil, you melt it first. Here is more information on cooking with coconut oil: https://www.100daysofrealfood.com/2012/02/07/how-to-cook-with-coconut-oil/. ~Amy
Sasha says
My homemade bread recipe calls for the use of shortening. Obviously a problem now that we're trying not to use vegetable oils, yikes! Do you know how I can substitute the crisco I usually use in my homemade whole wheat bread? Thanks!
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Sasha. You can replace shortening with butter or coconut oil. ~Amy
Sasha says
Thanks so much for responding, Amy. I will try it today.
Leslie Gracia says
Hello,
What do you suggest using to fry food? We don't fry food often but Im from Texas and I'll never stop eating chicken fried steak-on occassion- of course. I'm just confused. Is peanut oil okay?
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Leslie. If you must fry :), and we recommend doing that as little as possible, it is essential to pick an oil that is least damaged by frying such as palm or coconut. The oil should also be in its natural state (virgin) and NOT hydrogenated. ~Amy
Chris says
Hi. I am new to this site (last couple days) and love it. With regards to oils, I make all our own bread and buns and use a small amount of oil in the recipe--1/3 cup for 2-3 loaves. My question is would coconut oil or red palm oil or any of these good oils drastically change the flavor or outcome of the bread. I'm totally willing to experiment but would love to know if someone has experience or insight before I use a couple hours of my time. Thanks.
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Chris. I've not noticed any significant change in the taste. I've used mostly coconut oil. ~Amy
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Ashley. This is a tough one as sunflower and safflower oils are refined oils, too. :( If you dig deep, you can find those that are not processed with hexane and are expeller pressed. Outside of this pledge, you might find it is VERY difficult to completely eliminate ALL refined oils ALL the time. Just do your best to find the healthiest alternatives. Best of luck. ~Amy
Ashley Crankovich says
What about expeller pressed sunflower oil? Is this an okay oil to have? Found some baked chips that fall into the 3 or less ingredient category and they us the sunflower oil instead of soybean oil. I figured it was a plus, but I'm not 100% sure.
Sarah Morris says
What is your opinion on Safflower oils?
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Sarah. Safflower would fall under the refined oils that we try to avoid in our ingredient lists. ~Amy
Amber says
I posted earlier about how much butter and oil is too much. We have recently switched to real butter and I am using it in recipes and we also have it at the table for rolls or veges etc. It’s freaking me out a little… I don’t think I’ve had real butter like this in my entire life. Can you recommend a general limit to the amount of butter and oil per day?
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Amber. We don't give advice regarding a daily allowance for individuals. Healthy fats in moderation are important for many reasons but you have to decide what is right for you. These posts might help clarify: https://www.100daysofrealfood.com/2013/01/04/healthy-eating-defined/and https://www.100daysofrealfood.com/2013/01/23/portion-size-matters/. ~Amy
Renee says
Can you explain why Grapeseed oil is considered a refined oil? I use the grape seed oil from Wildtree and thought it was healthy - has a higher flash point than olive oil.
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Renee. This outlines the refining process: http://www.ehow.com/info_8630094_grapeseed-oil-processing-methods.html. ~Amy
Paula says
Hi and thanks for the blog. I didn't know that organic canola fit into the bad oils, but I guess I can see it now. I do have a large tub of organic coconut oil and also make coconut flour.