Is algae cooking oil safe to use?
                                
                                
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                                Algae oil, once a niche ingredient, has recently gained mainstream popularity for its impressive nutritional profile and high smoke point. But as with any new food product, the question on many consumers' minds is: Is algae cooking oil safe to use? The short answer is yes, with several versions already holding a "Generally Recognized as Safe" (GRAS) status from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).