Read full articleBicyclingImprove Your Fuel with These 5 Clean-Food SwapsBicyclingOctober 20, 2015 at 8:06 AMLink CopiedCooking OilNot Clean: Chemically extractedClean: Expeller-pressedCleanest: Organic expeller-pressed Many conventional oils are extracted from their sources via a process that uses toxic chemicals—hexane, for one, can cause problems with central nervous system function. Manufacturers then refine the oil to make it edible, which speeds up oxidation and causes it to go rancid faster. Yuck! Instead, choose oil that is expeller-pressed (mechanically extracted). Even better, go organic: Olive, canola, coconut, and sunflower are healthy options. (Media Platforms Design Team)Try these five clean-food swaps to improve your fuel before, during, and after the ride. View comments