Fortune Refined Soyabean Oil — ENGINEERED
Munch or Dump rates Fortune Refined Soyabean Oil by fortune ENGINEERED — score 33/90.
A heavily refined, bleached and deodorized seed oil propped up by the synthetic preservative TBHQ and a sprinkle of added vitamins. The 'Soya Health' name and heart-health claims oversell a high omega-6 industrial oil.
Why this verdict
- Industrially refined, bleached and deodorized seed oil, far from a whole food
- Preserved with TBHQ (E-319), a synthetic petroleum-derived antioxidant
- Very high in omega-6 PUFA, skewing an already omega-6-heavy diet
- Added vitamins A and D are fortification, not a health upgrade
Ingredients (4)
- Refined Soyabean Oil (moderate) — Heavily refined seed oil, very high in omega-6 linoleic acid and low in omega-3; a NOVA-4 processed fat, fine in small amounts but easy to overuse.
- TBHQ (E-319) (concerning) — Synthetic petroleum-derived antioxidant added to stop the oil going rancid; some studies flag immune and tumor-related concerns at high intake.
- Vitamin A (safe) — Added to replace what margarine lacks versus butter; supports vision and immunity.
- vitamin D (safe) — Fortification supporting bone health and calcium absorption.