Re: Refined oils loaded with free radicals (even if odorless)

Throughout the entire process, these oils are exposed to oxygen.
The oil is extracted with mechanical pressing and heated to 230
degrees.
Then a chemical solvent is used to get what oil is left.
The solvent is then boiled off. Again exposing the oils to heat.
Because these oils become rancid, they are treated
with deodorizers to get rid of the horrible smell.
Finally, most oils are then bleached to give them eye appeal.
Americans love the light golden color.

I find it puzzling that Barlean's flaxseed oil is kept in opaque, hi-
density plastic bottles in the fridge, while Canola which also has
omega-3 oils can sit in clear, thin-plastic bottles at room
temperature for months.
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