What Does Edible Oil Do? A Comprehensive Guide to Its Many Uses
                                
                                
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                                Globally, edible oils and fats are a vital part of diet, with over 27 billion pounds used in the year 2000 in the US for food and non-food products. Edible oils do much more than just serve as a cooking medium; they are crucial to our nutrition, carry flavors, and possess a range of surprising applications beyond the kitchen.