Soybean oil is low in saturated fat and high in monounsaturated fat and polyunsaturated fat. Soybean oil also contains the essential fatty acids linoleic and linolenic. Linoleic and linolenic acids are required for human health. Soybean oil is also rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids are believed to reduce the risk for heart diseases and may prevent osteoporosis. Soybean oil also contains phytosterols which could lower LDL cholesterol. Soybean oil does not contain cholesterol.


Values per 100 g soybean oil
Water 89.0 g
Energy 884 kcal
Energy 3699 kJ
Protein 0.0 g
Fat (total lipid) 100 g
Fatty acids, saturated 14.4 g
Fatty acids, mono-unsaturated 23.3 g
Fatty acids, poly-unsaturated 57.9 g
Linoleic acid 54.2 g
Oleic acid 20.4 g
Linolenic acid 7.7 g
Palmitic acid 9.6 g
Stearic acid 3.5 g
Carbohydrates 0.0 g
Fiber 0.0 g
Sodium, Na 0.0 mg
Cholesterol 0.0 mg
Vitamin E 17.0 mg

[Source: USDA Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, Food Composition and Nutritional Tables (Souci-Fachamnn-Kraut)]