Seed oils are extracted from the seeds of plants, commonly used in cooking, baking, and processed foods. They are prevalent in about one-third of US packaged foods due to their high smoke points, mild flavors, stability and affordability. Seed oils are high in polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), particularly omega-6 fats (sometimes referred to as Ω6 fats or linoleic acid), which can be beneficial in moderation but are generally over-consumed in the American diet. And, some studies tie over consumption of seed oils to increased risk of cancer, as well as inflammation and other health concerns.  

WISEcode SeedOilsTM identifies foods with processed seed oils, helping you make mindful choices about the level of your omega-6 intake. However, many people are concerned about the health impact of too much omega-6 fats in their diet and want to cut back.

In the U.S., about 34.2% of all US packaged foods contain Seed Oils.

List of Best Retailers selling the widest choice of food SKUs NOT Seed Oil* free food

According to WISEdataTM*, all these food chains are lower than the national average of 34.2%.  Erewhon has led every “best list” to date! The WholeFoods and Amazon entities all make this good list. But surprisingly, TraderJoes is no where to be seen and is in fact #2 on the list of retailers selling the most products with seed oils. We would love to hear from TraderJoes or its customers. Perhaps you think the seed oil concern is overblown?

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