Fats & oils

Oil, corn and canola

FDC 169867tbsp (14 g)

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Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Density 37 · +15 vs Fats & oils median

On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Oil, corn and canola is on the calorie-heavy, nutrient-light side at 37 of 100. Within fats & oils it ranks 11 of 60. Per 100 grams it is an excellent source of vitamin e (99% DV). Most of its 884 calories per 100 grams come from fat. Worth noting: it is high in saturated fat (8 g per 100 g).

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 0 g · 0%Carb 0 g · 0%Fat 100 g · 100%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories884 kcal44%
Total fat100 g128%
Saturated fat8 g40%
Cholesterol0 mg0%
Sodium0 mg0%
Carbohydrate0 g0%
Dietary fiber0 g0%
Sugars0 g
Protein0 g0%
Potassium0 mg0%
Calcium0 mg0%
Iron0 mg0%
Magnesium0 mg0%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin A0 µg0%
Vitamin E15 mg99%

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FDC 169867

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

What it is rich in

Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.

Vitamin E99% DV

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Versus the fats & oils median

Nutrient density37 vs 22 median
Protein / 100 g0 vs 0 median
Fiber / 100 g0 vs 0 median
Sodium / 100 g0 vs 0 median

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

More nutrient-dense swaps

Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.

Vegetable oil-butter spread, reduced calorieDensity 39 vs 37Oil, canolaDensity 39 vs 37Oil, cottonseed, salad or cookingDensity 42 vs 37

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