Cutting back on seed oils can feel overwhelming—especially when packaged foods are a regular part of your routine. But making healthier choices doesn’t have to be hard or expensive. The key is having the right information so you can shop with confidence and ease.

Whether you're shopping for yourself or your family, these four steps will help you find the right food choices.

1. Know How Your Food Is Made

Seed oils like canola, sunflower, safflower, and soybean are commonly processed with high heat and chemical solvents, like hexane. Just being aware of this process can inspire you to select minimally processed foods that support better health. 

2. Balance Your Omega Intake

Seed oils contain omega-6 fatty acids that are important for your body, but studies have shown that they are too common in our diets and need to be balanced with omega-3s. Choosing foods rich in omega-3s, like flaxseeds, walnuts, or fatty fish, can help maintain this healthy balance.

3. Discover Where Seed Oils Are Commonly Found

Knowing which foods brands tend to include seed oils will make it much easier to find better alternatives. Some of the most common products containing seed oils include:

• Salad dressings and mayonnaise

• Granola bars and energy bars

• Chips and crackers labeled "healthy"

• Packaged snacks labeled "organic" or "natural"

4. Learn to Decode Food Labels Easily

You don’t have to read a novel in the grocery aisle or have a food science degree to know what’s in your food. Simplify the process by using helpful tools that flag seed oils. 

Free tools like WISEcode offer a quick, user-friendly way to identify ingredients and choose products aligned with your health goals. So whether you're trying to avoid seed oils, artificial dyes, ingredients banned in other countries outside the U.S., or even certain allergens, WISEcode can detect them for you. 

Download the app today and enjoy exploring healthier alternatives with tools like WISEcode, supporting a happier, healthier, and more informed lifestyle.