:: Premium Group

Glossary
A \| B \| C \| D \| E \| F \| G \| H \| I \| J \| K \| L \| M \| N \| O \| P \| Q \| R \| S \| T \| U \| V \| W \| X \| Y \| Z

L
Lodine Value	This is a measure of the degree of unsaturation in oils and fats.
Lard	Rendered and clarified pork fat. The best lard is called "leaf lard," and it comes from around the pig's kidneys.
Lecithin	Lecithin is a complex compound of glycerol containing phosphorous. It has two fatty acid radicles and a third radicle which is a complex organic base containing both phosphorous and nitrogen. It has strong emulsifying properties and is also used as a mild antioxidant.
Linoleic Acid	A polyunsaturated fatty acid present in most vegetable oils.
Linolenic Acid	A polyunsaturated fatty acid present in soyabean and rapeseed oils.
Linseed Oil, Edible	An oil pressed from flaxseed.