UNREFINED EXPELLER PRESSED SESAME SEED OIL
Summary
This product is made from 100% organic expeller pressed unrefined sesame seed oil, which is a processed culinary ingredient. While it is organic and unrefined, sesame seed oil is high in omega-6 fatty acids, which can be a concern when consumed in excess. The mechanical extraction method avoids chemical solvents, but the health concerns associated with seed oils result in a moderate score.
At a glance
Key ingredients 1
Sesame seed oilVery Bad
Sesame seed oil is classified as a seed oil, which is generally considered unhealthy due to its high omega-6 fatty acid content. The expeller-pressed method is a mechanical extraction process that avoids chemical solvents, but the oil remains high in polyunsaturated fats. Despite being organic and unrefined, the health concerns associated with seed oils persist.
Risks
High omega-6 content may promote inflammation when consumed in excess.
Processing
Processed Culinary Ingredients
Get the full breakdown in the Scout app
Scan any product to see lab results, healthy alternatives, and your personalized analysis.
Download on theApp Store