Sunflower oil is a type of healthy oil made from sunflower seed extract, so it is rich in Vitamin E and other organic compounds which are good for health. High oleic sunflower oil is more often sold because it is more stable for cooking. Monounsaturated fats, such as those found in high-oleic sunflower oil, are good for heart health. Research shows that choosing sunflower oil over oils high in saturated fat can lower LDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels