NuSun oil has a heart-healthy fatty acid profile, high in monounsaturates.
NuSun supporters believe their oil compares favorably with olive oil.
However, they lack the nutritional research to support their claim. That may change, pending the results of the human study expected to start this month at Penn State University. The study will examine NuSun sunflower oil's effect on blood cholesterol levels. The monounsaturates mean the oil is stable, it has great taste, and because of no hydrogenation, no trans fats are created. Through traditional plant breeding, a mid-oleic or monounsaturated sunflower oil was developed.