SAFFLOWER OILS
\sˈafla͡ʊəɹ ˈɔ͡ɪlz], \sˈaflaʊəɹ ˈɔɪlz], \s_ˈa_f_l_aʊ_ə_ɹ ˈɔɪ_l_z]\
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An oily liquid extracted from the seeds of the safflower, Carthamus tinctorius. It is used as a dietary supplement in the management of HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA. It is used also in cooking, as a salad oil, and as a vehicle for medicines, paints, varnishes, etc. (Dorland, 28th ed & Random House Unabridged Dictionary, 2d ed)
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