Who Knew? Canola Oil Facts

From its origins to its nutritional content, Huffington Post shares surprising facts about canola oil. On the list is that canola oil is low in trans fats and high in healthier unsaturated fats. The article notes popular food magazine EatingWell often uses canola oil in its recipes because it’s the “richest cooking-oil source of alpha-linolenic acid, an omega-3 fat that has been linked to heart health.”

The story of canola oil’s rise from a lubricant in steam engines to a staple in every kitchen is told in a new book Ingenious: How Canadian Innovators Made the World Smarter, Smaller, Kinder, Safer, Healthier, Wealthier, and Happier. In an interview with The Province, co-author Tom Jenkins showcases a bottle of canola oil as an example of innovation. The book was co-authored by Governor General David Johnston.