sunflower oil

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Sunflower oil is a pale yellow oil extracted from the seeds of the common sunflower plant (Helianthus annuus). This oil is primarily used in foods, soaps, varnishes, and paints. The common sunflower is an annual herb native to the Americas, known for its large flower heads and edible seeds.12

The seeds contain oil that is considered a high-quality substitute for olive or almond oil in culinary applications. Beyond food, sunflower oil cake is used as animal feed, and the oil itself finds use in the production of soaps and paints, as well as a lubricant.2

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Sunflower oil cake is used for stock and poultry feeding. The oil is also used in soap and paints and as a lubricant. The seeds may be eaten dried, roasted, or ground into nut butter and are common in birdseed mixes.
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Sunflower oil cake is used for stock and poultry feeding. The oil is also used in soap and paints and as a lubricant. The seeds may be eaten dried, roasted, or ground into nut butter and are common in birdseed mixes.
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