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Olive oil

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Having trouble choosing the right cooking oil? So is everyone else.

Food

Ever wondered which cooking oil is healthiest? There’s canola oil, olive oil, sunflower oil, safflower oil — even hazelnut, avocado and apricot kernel oil. Each oil has a unique composition of fats and is manufactured in different ways. Some cooking enthusiasts will say that the healthiest oil is the one with the most omega-3s. Others warn against too much chemical processing and opt for “virgin” oils. What’s a person to do?

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Business

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Lifestyle & Belief

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Global Politics

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Global Politics

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The World

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Arts, Culture & Media

Anchor Lisa Mullins speaks with Sarah Breckenridge, editor of finecooking.com and olive-oil connoisseur, on exploring the world of olive oil.