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Flora's cold-pressed sunflower oil uses only certified organic seeds. This unrefined sunflower oil utilizes a special press to extract oil at low temperatures (95 - 105 degrees), yielding just a few quarts per hour. Their atmosphere control system keeps this organic cold-pressed sunflower seed oil free from exposure to light and oxygen. Unfiltered, retaining all the nutrients, and bottled in amber glass, this delicate unrefined sunflower oil is the purest you can find.
Flora's Organic Cold-Pressed Sunflower Seed Oil contains 64% polyunsaturated Linoleic acid (omega-6), 21% monounsaturated Oleic acid (omega-9), and 11% saturated fatty acids.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 tbsp (15ml)
Serving Per Container
8.5 oz - About 16
17 oz - About 33
| Amount Per Serving | %DV* | |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 120 | |
| Total Fat | 14 g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 8% |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3 g | |
| Sodium | 0 g | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | |
| ESSENTIAL FATTY ACIDS | ||
| Omega-3 (Alpha-Linolenic) | 0 g | |
| Omega-6 (Linoleic) | 9 g | |
| Omega-9 (Oleic) | 3 g |
Please note: Different seeds batches can result in a different fatty acid profile, so variations from batch to batch will result in slightly different lnutritional facts
Not a significant source of cholesterol, dietary fiber, total sugars, added sugars, vitamin D, calcium iron and potassium.
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 Calorie diet.
Ingredients: Organic sunflower oil. Nitrogen-flushed to maintain freshness.
Suggested Use:Flora's Sunflower Oil is a light cooking oil that lends a delicate flavor to salad dressings and mayonnaise. It can also be used for stir-frying, sauting and baking. For optimum freshness, Keep refrigerated and use within 4 months after opening. Security sealed for your protection. Do not use if seal is missing or damaged.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q.Is it organic?
A.Yes
Q.Is this oil filtered or heat processed?
A.No. The sunflower oil is unfiltered and pure.
Q.There is a slight cloudiness at the bottom of the jar. Is it bad?
A.Because the sunflower oil is organic and unrefined, a bit of cloudiness is both natural and expected.
Q.Should it be refrigerated?What is the shelf life?
A.There is no need to refrigerate.However, it should be kept away from heat or direct sunlight. Sunflower Oil has a 12 month shelf life while unopened. Once opened and for optimum freshness, we recommend that it be used within 4 months while kept refrigerated.
Q.How much should I use?
A.The suggested amount is 1 tbsp per serving.
