Edible Oils
Food list
Other names (local names):
Bitter Almond oil
Origin:
Almonds originated in the Middle East and are now grown in the Mediterranean region, Western Asia, California, South Australia and South Africa. Bitter almonds are used to make almond oil.
Nutritional value and benefits:
S/N | Nutritional component | Value in 1 tablespoon (14 g) |
1. | Calories | 120 |
2. | Proteins | 0 g |
3. | Carbohydrates | 0 g |
4. | Total Fats | 13.5g |
5. | Saturated Fat | 1.1 g |
6. | Monounsaturated Fat | 9.4 g |
7. | Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g |
Sources: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/almond-oil#TOC_TITLE_HDR_3
More information:
https://www.healthline.com/health/food-nutrition/almond-oil#Next-steps-
Other names (local names):
Origin:
Avocado fruit is native to Central America. Avocado oil is extracted from the pulp of avocados. It is used as an edible oil both raw and for cooking.
Nutritional value and benefits:
S/N | Nutritional component | Value in 1 tablespoon (14 g) |
1. | Calories | 124 |
2. | Proteins | 0 g |
3. | Carbohydrates | 0 g |
4. | Total Fats | 14 g |
5. | Saturated Fat | 1.62 g |
6. | Unsaturated Fat | 9.88 g |
Sources: https://www.health.com/avocado-oil-benefits-7644388
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Other names (local names):
Theobroma oil
Origin:
Cocoa Butter is extracted from cocoa beans. Cocoa beans are grown in tropical regions as they are well suited for growing cocoa trees. Most of the world’s cocoa beans come from the West African countries ( Ghana, Nigeria, Cameroon, and Ivory Coast).
Nutritional value and benefits:
S/N | Nutritional component | Value in 100 g |
1. | Calories | 884 |
2. | Proteins | 0 g |
3. | Carbohydrates | 0 g |
4. | Total Fats | 100 g |
5. | Saturated Fat | 60 g |
Sources: https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171421/nutrients
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Other names (local names):
Coconut Butter
Origin:
It is a cooking oil, with medical and industrial applications as well. It is extracted from the kernel or meat of the fruit of the coconut palm.
Nutritional value and benefits:
S/N | Nutritional component | Value in 100 g |
1. | Calories | 862 |
2. | Proteins | 0 g |
3. | Carbohydrates | 0 g |
4. | Total Fats | 100 g |
5. | Saturated Fat | 87 g |
SOURCE: https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171412/nutrients
More information:
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/top-10-evidence-based-health-benefits-of-coconut-oil
https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/food-features/coconut-oil/
Other names (local names):
Maize Oil
Origin:
It originates primarily from Central America. It is extracted from the seed(kernel) of corn.
Nutritional value and benefits:
S/N | Nutritional component | Value in 100 g |
1. | Calories | 900 |
2. | Proteins | 0 g |
3. | Carbohydrates | 0 g |
4. | Total Fats | 100 g |
5. | Saturated Fat | 13 g |
Source: https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171029/nutrients
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Other names (local names):
Cotton oil
Origin:
Cottonseed oil is vegetable oil from the seeds of cotton plants of various species.
Nutritional value and benefits:
S/N | Nutritional component | Value in 100 g |
1. | Calories | 884 |
2. | Proteins | 0 g |
3. | Carbohydrates | 0 g |
4. | Total Fats | 100 g |
5. | Saturated Fat | 26 g |
Source: https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171024/nutrients
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