Jon Smith Subs Seed Oil Report Card
Safest Orders
| Side Salad | 2.0g PUFA |
| Milkshake (vanilla/chocolate/strawberry) | 2.0g PUFA |
| Veggie Sub | 4.0g PUFA |
| Brownie | 4.0g PUFA |
| Chicken Teriyaki Sub | 7.0g PUFA |
Watch Out For
| Large Fries | 12.0g PUFA |
| Mushroom Philly Cheesesteak Sub | 10.0g PUFA |
| Pepper & Onion Philly Cheesesteak Sub | 10.0g PUFA |
| Cheese Fries | 10.0g PUFA |
| Onion Rings | 10.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Jon Smith Subs use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Jon Smith Subs cooks with: soybean (flat-top grill + fryer; standard commercial soybean oil). Across the 19 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Jon Smith Subs cook with?
Our research indicates: soybean (flat-top grill + fryer; standard commercial soybean oil). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
What is the safest thing to order at Jon Smith Subs?
Side Salad is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Jon Smith Subs, at an estimated 2.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Jon Smith Subs?
Large Fries is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Jon Smith Subs, at an estimated 12.0g 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. Curious why people avoid them? Read the evidence.
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