Sunflower seeds
Sunflower seeds are one of the most valuable oilseeds and sunflower oil makes up about 12% of the total vegetable oils produced in the world.
There are three types of commonly used sunflower seeds: linoleic (most common), high oleic, and sunflower oil seeds. Each variety has its own unique levels of monounsaturated, saturated, and polyunsaturated fats.
Rapeseeds (Colza)
Rapeseed (Brassica napus), also known as Rape (Colza) is used in the production of animal feed, vegetable oil for human consumption, and biodiesel.
Rapeseed is a yellow flower with many small leaves. In each rapeseed plant, there are many seeds from which oil is extracted. Due to the high level of oil in Colza seeds, this plant is used to extract and produce liquid vegetable oil.
Canola seeds
Canola is the same species as rapeseed, only differing genetically in its chemical composition and fatty acid profile. Canola is NOT rapeseed. It may look the same but it’s nutritional makeup is totally different.
Soybeans
The soybean is a species of legume native to East Asia, widely grown for its edible bean, which has numerous uses.
Soy beans contain significant amounts of phytic acid, dietary minerals and B vitamins.
Various soy products are available, including soy flour, soy protein, tofu, soy milk, soy sauce, and soybean oil.
Soybeans contain antioxidants and phytonutrients that are linked to various health benefits.