Soybean oil is the natural inexpensive oil extracted from whole
soybeans. It is the most widely used oil in the United States, and
is sold as either pure soybean oil or as a main ingredient in
vegetable oil. Processed into margarine and shortenings, soybean
oil's *5 percent unsaturated fat profile is among the highest of
the vegetable oils. Soybean oil contains *1% polyunsaturated fat
and *4% monounsaturated fat. Saturated fats in the diet can raise
blood cholesterol levels and increase the risk of heart disease. So
healthcare professionals recommend replacing saturated fats with
unsaturated fats as much as possible.
Soybean oil is a pale yellow oil. Consists of mostly glycerides of
linoleic, oleic, linolenic and plamitic acids. Used in cosmetics as
an emollient. Soybean oil is an inexpensive oil that is nutritious
and has a high smoke point.
