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partially hydrogenated sunflower oil

Also listed as: Huile de tournesol partiellement hydrogénée, Teilweise gehärtetes Sonnenblumenöl, Aceite de girasol parcialmente hidrogenado, Olio di girasole parzialmente idrogenato, Zonnebloemolie gedeeltelijk gehard

High Concern

Industrial trans-fat or hydrogenated lipid. Directly raises LDL cholesterol, lowers HDL, elevates systemic inflammatory markers, and damages arterial lining.

Recommended safe frequency
dailyAvoid — contains harmful trans-fat structures
weeklyAvoid entirely to protect arterial health
monthlySafe for occasional consumption
Brand lens check
  • MicroplasticsNot flagged
  • SugarsNot flagged
  • Seed Oilshigh
Body systems impacted
  • Heart / Cardiovascular
  • Gut / Digestive
Regulatory status
  • FDABanned as a direct food additive (partially hydrogenated)
  • EFSAStrict limits enforced on industrial trans-fat content

PubMed References

Primary Research

Dietary trans-fatty acids and cardiovascular disease mortality: a clinical review of partially hydrogenated sunflower oil(2022)

PubMed (PMID 29840294)

Last reviewed: May 2026

FAQ

Is partially hydrogenated sunflower oil bad for you?

Industrial trans-fat or hydrogenated lipid. Directly raises LDL cholesterol, lowers HDL, elevates systemic inflammatory markers, and damages arterial lining.

What does partially hydrogenated sunflower oil do to your body?

partially hydrogenated sunflower oil primarily affects: Heart / Cardiovascular, Gut / Digestive.

How often is it safe to consume partially hydrogenated sunflower oil?

Daily: Avoid — contains harmful trans-fat structures. Weekly: Avoid entirely to protect arterial health. Monthly: Safe for occasional consumption.

What products contain partially hydrogenated sunflower oil?

partially hydrogenated sunflower oil is commonly found in food products. Use the Zeral app to scan any product and instantly see if it contains partially hydrogenated sunflower oil.

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