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Safflower oil substitutes are used when we are short of safflower oil but want to get the same benefits. Safflower oil is widely used for cooking, skin and hair care. High linoleic safflower oil is high in omega-6 fats. It is heart-healthy oil and nourishing oil for dry or sensitive skin. If you want to achieve its benefits but cannot use it it’s possible to find safflower oil substitutes among other oils.
Sunflower oil
Sunflower oil is the best-known safflower oil substitute. According to the World’s Healthiest Foods, sunflower oil is also rich in omega-6 fatty acids. Sunflower oil is extracted from sunflower seeds. Its smoke point is high, so it is widely used for frying. Read more about sunflower oil nutrition facts.
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Corn oil
Corn oil is also a source of omega-6 fatty acids, which are essential for us as our bodies need but cannot produce them. Polyunsaturated fats in corn oil make it a healthy substitute for saturated fats in palm oil or fats of animal origin. According to a 2007 study described in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition snack chips cooked with corn oil can help lower the risk of heart disease in comparison with trans fats that lead to cardiovascular diseases. Corn oil is also used for hair care.
Hazelnut Oil
Another safflower oil substitute, hazelnut oil is taken for food and for skin care. It is high in linoleic acid, and it helps balance oily skin. When used for cooking it adds a specific nutty taste to dishes. It is wonderful for high-heat cooking due to its high smoke point.
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Soybean Oil
Soybean oil is liquid polyunsaturated oil as well as safflower one. It is a good safflower oil substitute as it is neutral in flavor, ideal for baking and sautéing and used for skin care. It is also a source of omega-3 fatty acids. It is often called vegetable oil. Unfortunately, it may contain GMOs.
Olive Oil
High oleic safflower oil is monounsaturated fat. It contains omega-9 fatty acids that make it highly beneficial for our health. If you are allergic to safflower oil you may use olive oil. The nutritional content of these oils are very similar.
