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
Refined Sunflower Oil
Processed sunflower oil with improved stability and neutral characteristics
Excipients
Plant oils
Research: Moderate
Cold-Pressed Sunflower Oil
Mechanically extracted sunflower oil without heat processing
Excipients
Plant oils
Research: Moderate
High-Oleic Sunflower Oil
Sunflower oil from specially bred varieties high in oleic acid for enhanced stability
Excipients
Plant oils
Research: Moderate