"Andy Dingley" wrote in message
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On Mon, 15 Oct 2007 20:57:39 GMT, "dadiOH"
wrote:

Boiled linseed oil.

Poor choice. Firstly it's a flm-forming oil, so it won't last for a
cutting board.

Secondly it tastes disgusting. It _will_ taint citrus fruit.

Thirdly it's too toxic to use for food. Linseed driers just aren't a
good addition to the diet. Even the alternatives to lead, like cobalt,
are far from advisable for consumption.


I'd use a vegetable oil that doesn't go rancid, such as real Chinese
camellia (not the Japanese fake), otherwise walnut or grapeseed. Don;t
use olive, it goes rancid. Mineral oil ("Liquid paraffin" from a UK
pharmacist) is also safe.

I've been using olive oil. How long before it goes rancid?

- Owen -