Waves Coffee House Canada Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Waves Coffee House Canada cooks with: no deep frying; butter-based croissants and griddled breakfast sandwiches, mayo-based dressings in wraps (mayo typically made with canola/soybean blend oil). Across the 31 menu items we analyzed, it averages 2.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
Safest Orders at Waves Coffee House Canada
Learn this once: a salad with grilled protein and the dressing left off is nearly always the lowest seed oil order anywhere. So the list below sticks to real meals, salads included, never just a water.
Cleanest full order: Fresh Brewed Coffee + Breakfast Wrap (egg salad, ricotta, black beans, spinach), 6.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Waves Au Lait | 0.0g |
| Canadiano | 0.0g |
| London Fog | 0.0g |
| Banana Loaf | 2.0g |
| Lemon Citrus Loaf | 2.0g |
What to Avoid at Waves Coffee House Canada
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Chicken Curry Wrap | 8.0g |
| Breakfast Muffin Sandwich (egg, sausage, cheddar) | 7.0g |
| Breakfast Croissanwich (egg, bacon, cheddar) | 7.0g |
| Chicken Pesto Sandwich (ciabatta) | 7.0g |
| Breakfast Wrap (egg salad, ricotta, black beans, spinach) | 6.0g |
Every Waves Coffee House Canada item, ranked
All 31 items we have for Waves Coffee House Canada, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Fresh Brewed Coffee | 0.0g |
| Waves Au Lait | 0.0g |
| Latte | 0.0g |
| Cappuccino | 0.0g |
| Canadiano | 0.0g |
| Espresso Macchiato | 0.0g |
| Cold Brew | 0.0g |
| Iced Latte | 0.0g |
| London Fog | 0.0g |
| Chai Latte | 0.0g |
| Matcha Latte | 0.0g |
| Caramel Macchiato | 1.0g |
| Maple Macchiato | 1.0g |
| Belgian Mocha | 1.0g |
| Belgian Hot Chocolate | 1.0g |
| Fruit Smoothie | 1.0g |
| Espresso Frapp-eh | 2.0g |
| Mocha Frapp-eh | 2.0g |
| Butter Croissant | 2.0g |
| Banana Loaf | 2.0g |
| Lemon Citrus Loaf | 2.0g |
| Nanaimo Bar | 3.0g |
| Oatmeal Raisin Cookie | 3.0g |
| Chocolate Chip Cookie | 3.0g |
| Breakfast Wrap (egg salad, ricotta, black beans, spinach) | 6.0g |
| Breakfast Bagel (egg, cheddar, bacon, chipotle) | 6.0g |
| Ham and Cheese Sandwich (ciabatta) | 6.0g |
| Breakfast Muffin Sandwich (egg, sausage, cheddar) | 7.0g |
| Breakfast Croissanwich (egg, bacon, cheddar) | 7.0g |
| Chicken Pesto Sandwich (ciabatta) | 7.0g |
| Chicken Curry Wrap | 8.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Waves Coffee House Canada use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Waves Coffee House Canada cooks with: no deep frying; butter-based croissants and griddled breakfast sandwiches, mayo-based dressings in wraps (mayo typically made with canola/soybean blend oil). Across the 31 menu items we analyzed, it averages 2.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
What oil does Waves Coffee House Canada cook with?
Our research indicates: no deep frying; butter-based croissants and griddled breakfast sandwiches, mayo-based dressings in wraps (mayo typically made with canola/soybean blend oil). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Waves Coffee House Canada use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Waves Coffee House Canada cooks with no deep frying; butter-based croissants and griddled breakfast sandwiches, mayo-based dressings in wraps (mayo typically made with canola/soybean blend oil), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Waves Coffee House Canada seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Waves Coffee House Canada cooks with no deep frying; butter-based croissants and griddled breakfast sandwiches, mayo-based dressings in wraps (mayo typically made with canola/soybean blend oil), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Waves Coffee House Canada?
Waves Au Lait is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Waves Coffee House Canada, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Waves Coffee House Canada?
Chicken Curry Wrap is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Waves Coffee House Canada, at an estimated 8.0g PUFA. Fried items and creamy, mayo-based sauces are usually the heaviest.
What are seed oils?
Seed oils — canola, soybean, sunflower, corn, and similar vegetable oils — are extracted from seeds using high heat and chemical solvents. They are very high in polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), which are unstable at cooking temperatures and can oxidize easily. Many health-conscious eaters choose to minimize seed oils and prefer foods cooked in beef tallow, butter, coconut oil, or olive oil instead. This page shows estimated PUFA grams per menu item to help you make more informed choices. These are estimates — actual values vary by preparation and location. New to the topic? Start with what seed oils are and the complete list, or read the evidence on why people avoid them.
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