Where Should You Store Nut and Seed Oils?
Monica Reinagel, MS, LD/N, CNS
It’s fine to store olive oil in the cupboard. But nut and seed oils, including flax, sesame, and walnut oils, are best kept in the fridge and used promptly. The polyunsaturated fats in nut and seed oils can quickly turn rancid.
Not sure if it’s still good? Rancid oil has a characteristic, unpleasant odor. If an oil smells fishy or pungent, it’s best to throw it away.
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About the Author
Monica Reinagel is a board-certified licensed nutritionist, author, and the creator of one of iTunes’ most highly ranked health and fitness podcasts. Her advice is regularly featured on the TODAY show, Dr. Oz, NPR, and in the nation’s leading newspapers, magazines, and websites. Do you have a nutrition question? Call the Nutrition Diva listener line at 443-961-6206. Your question could be featured on the show.