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Earth Balance Oil Omega Blend
Cooking & Baking
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Earth Balance Oil Omega Blend

Smart Balance
48 foz
Available at Foodtown
130
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
8
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Smart Balance Earth Balance Oil Omega Blend is a 48 fl oz bottle of blended vegetable oils positioned for everyday home cooking. In a typical American grocery store you’ll find it in the cooking oils aisle alongside other vegetable and specialty oils, near baking fats, margarines, and salad dressings — sometimes cross-merchandised with “heart-healthy” or omega-enriched items. It suits shopping trips centered on weekly meal prep, weekend brunches, or holiday baking when cooks reach for a neutral, high-heat oil. The brand leans into heart-health positioning: the label emphasizes “cholesterol free” and lists 990 mg omega-3 ALA per serving, projecting a health-halo that appeals to adults who want a practical, health-minded pantry staple rather than indulgent gourmet oils. There’s no kid-focused imagery or organic certification on the standard SKU; marketing targets value-conscious, health-aware shoppers rather than premium organic buyers. Label characteristics include simple claims about cholesterol and omega-3s and the “Smart/Balance” naming conveys functionality and wellbeing. Processing context: this is a refined, industrially-extracted blend of canola, soybean and olive oils intended for cooking — it’s not a single-cold-pressed artisan product. Sensory details: the oil pours with a smooth, slippery viscosity, pale gold in color, with a mild, neutral aroma and faint olive notes; it’s packaged in a tall plastic bottle with a pour spout and measurement-friendly labeling. Rituals around use include heating a tablespoon for sautéing, greasing pans for baking, or drizzling over roasted vegetables — an unremarkable but dependable component of American kitchen routines.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0 tbsp
Servings per Container: 94
Calories130
% Daily Value*
Total Fat14g18%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein0g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Blend, of, Oils, (Canola,, Soybean,, and, Olive, Oils)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Canola - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soybean - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:2 / 4

Processed Ingredients

Why this score?

The product is a blend of refined culinary oils (canola, soybean, olive) without added ultra-processed ingredients, placing it in NOVA group 2 as a processed culinary ingredient used in home cooking.

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Common Questions about Earth Balance Oil Omega Blend

Health can be a bit subjective, right? The Earth Balance Oil Omega Blend is a blend of canola, soybean, and olive oils, which means it's a source of healthy fats. However, if you're watching your overall oil intake or prefer whole food fats, you might want to consider other options. It’s all about balance!

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