Description
Sunflower oil
Golden, light and healthy, sunflower oil contains more Vitamin E
than any other vegetable oil. It is naturally extracted from
sunflower seeds and bears a subtle taste. Vegetable and plant based
oils are cholesterol-free, low in saturated fats and rich in
polyunsaturated fats. Sunflower oil, particularly, is loaded with
Vitamin E and omega 6 fats which makes it a healthy choice.While
choosing cooking oil for your daily needs you must make sure that
it is a good source of both monounsaturated fats and
polyunsaturated fats. Bear in mind that oils that are liquid at
room temperature consist mostly of unsaturated fats which is why
plant and vegetable based oils are the healthiest.
Benefits
1. Promotes heart heath
Sunflower oil contains more than *0% of monounsaturated fats which
makes it good for your heart. The impressive fatty acid content in
sunflower oil helps in maintaining a balance in your body.
Furthermore, it does not contain any saturated fats which help in
controlling the cholesterol levels in your body.
2. Good for your skin
Sunflower oil is rich in Vitamin A and Vitamin E which help in
promoting skin health. These vitamins act as antioxidants. They
help in regenerating damaged skin cells and getting rid of the acne
causing bacteria. The oil is light and non-greasy and thus, it gets
absorbed in the skin easily without blocking the pores. Sunflower
oil also acts as a natural moisturizer and helps in treating dry,
sensitive skin.
3. Energy booster
While saturated fats can make you feel lethargic, unsaturated fats
energize you. It helps the discharge of glycogen into the
bloodstream from the liver. Glycogen is a type of sugar that
provides an extra boost of quick energy.
4. Gives beautiful hair
Sunflower oil helps to soften dry, frizzy hair and adds a beautiful
shine. It has a very light texture and acts as a conditioner. You
can massage it on your scalp once a week for soft, silky hair.
Sunflower oil is also rich in gamma alpha linolenic acid (GLA)
which prevents hair loss and is often used as a treatment.
5. Strengthens your immune system
Sunflower oil is rich in antioxidants and also strengthens the cell
membrane barriers which make it harder for bacteria and viruses to
enter the body. It increases the bodys ability to defend
infections. Sunflower oil also contains protein that helps in
building and repairing tissues and various enzymes required for
healthy functioning
