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Soybean oil contains no cholesterol, which makes it a perfect choice for individuals with heart disease or high cholesterol.

The fats in soybean oil are polyunsaturated which have shown to help reduce total cholesterol, lower LDL or bad cholesterol levels and increase HDL or good cholesterol levels.

Soybean oil has omega*3 fatty acids, which have shown to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, slow the growth of atherosclerotic plaque, slow the risk of arrhythmias or abnormal heartbeats and decrease triglyceride levels.

Soybeans naturally contain antioxidants, which remain in the oil even after it is pressed. These antioxidants help prevent the damage caused by free radicals, which may help prevent certain cancers.

 

Soybean oil is often used to make mayonnaise, salad dressing, margarine and non-dairy coffee creamers. Due to the high smoke point of soybean oil, this oil is often used for frying foods. The smoke point of soybean oil is **0 degrees. Soybean oil has a shelf life of one year. It should be stored in a dry, dark place and kept away from heat. Soybean oil can also be kept in the refrigerator.

Soybean oil is a popular oil for cooking because it is so versatile and it has a bland flavor that will not interfere with cooking or baking.

When purchasing soybean oil, consider buying unrefined soybean oil so that you can obtain all the health benefits this oil provides without any of the negative side effectsfrom the added trans fat.