About Omega-9 Oils
Due to mounting medical evidence and public concern about trans fat-laden hydrogenated oils, restaurants are now switching to healthier oils to eliminate trans fat from their menus. In a 2006 article on the health impact of trans fat in the New England Journal of Medicine, researchers found that trans fat substantially increased the risk of heart disease, even when consumed in small amounts. Since then, a growing number of studies link "bad fats" including trans fat and saturated fat, to an increased risk of heart disease.
As a result, states like California, and cities such as New York City, Boston and Philadelphia have passed legislation to ban trans fat in restaurants. In fact, since 2006, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) now requires that all food labels must include the amount of trans fat found in foods.
The Healthier Oils Solution
Omega-9 Canola and Sunflower Oils, developed by Dow AgroSciences, are the healthier oils solution for the restaurant and foodservice industries. These oils represent the "next generation" of cooking oils because they deliver healthier foods without compromising taste or performance.
Omega-9 Oils are made from Dow AgroSciences' NEXERA™ canola and sunflower seeds and have a unique combination of high-oleic (omega-9) and low-linolenic fatty acids. This profile gives the oil its light, clean taste and superior performance.
Removing Trans Fat from North American Menus
Since 2006, restaurants that have converted to Omega-9 Oils have removed nearly 342 million pounds of trans fat and 137 million pounds of saturated fat from the North American diet. This means almost a half billion pounds of "bad" fats have been eliminated from our diets. By using Omega-9 Oils, many of these bad fats have been replaced by "heart healthy" monounsaturated fats, decreasing North Americans' risk of heart disease and diabetes.
A Cost-Effective Solution
In addition to its health benefits, Omega-9 Oils' fatty acid profile also provides stability and superior performance in demanding kitchen settings. Omega-9 Oils have up to 50% longer fry life, which means it's a cost-effective solution for cost-conscious kitchens. Omega-9 Oils also can be used for numerous applications, including deep frying, sautéing, baking, spraying and in salad dressings.
Learn more about Omega-9 Oils, developed from the NEXERA™ seed, and their superior health, taste and performance benefits.
