Among a huge number of varieties of oils, sunflower remains the most affordable and sought-after product. People are used to using it in the cooking process, but few people think about the usefulness and unique capabilities of aromatic liquids. And the oil extracted from sunflower seeds is capable of exerting a beneficial versatile effect on the body both from the inside and the outside.
The chemical composition of sunflower oil: the benefits of components
The useful composition of sunflower oil has a huge amount of necessary and indispensable for the normal functioning of the human body substances. But the composition of the liquid can be different, mainly it depends on the place of growth of the plant and its variety, the method of processing its seeds. Any sunflower oil contains a moderate amount of vegetable fats, which are absorbed by the body much easier than animals. The constituent components of vegetable oil are:
1. Fatty acids - the body needs them to form cells, tissues and ensure the stable functioning of the central nervous system. The plant oil contains the following types of fatty acids:
• oleic;
• linoleic;
• stearic;
• palmitic;
• peanut;
• linolenic.
2. Vitamin A - the element is responsible for the full comprehensive development of the body, strengthens the immune system, improves the appearance of the skin, has a beneficial effect on the functioning of internal organs.
3. Vitamin D is necessary at the stage of growth and development of the body, is responsible for the strength of the skeletal system. The optimal amount increases immunity, improves the functioning of the endocrine system.
4. Vitamin E - thanks to it, you can normalize the activity of the reproductive system, strengthen the blood circulation, stabilize blood pressure, improve the functioning of the nervous system and slow down the aging process of cells.
5. Vitamin F is represented by a complex of arachidonic acid Omega 3 and Omega 6, which support the beauty, health, elasticity of the skin, provide strengthening of the vascular walls, increase the body's defenses. Vitamin normalizes blood flow in the body and removes from it accumulations of toxins, waste and harmful substances.
The composition is also rich in proteins, carbohydrates, phytin, lecithin. It contains a high content of tannins, minerals and valuable trace elements, such as selenium, copper, zinc, iron, calcium. The natural product contains no cholesterol, which makes the product accessible to people with heart disease, blood vessels, as well as an atherosclerotic disease.
Positive properties and the use of sunflower oil for the benefit of the body
Sunflower oil can be used not only as a fragrant ingredient in many dishes or as a basis for frying, but also for medicinal purposes, as well as for the prevention of certain diseases. In this case, you need to use exclusively unrefined variety of aromatic liquid, which has such useful properties:
• takes part in the formation of cell membranes and nerve fibers;
• lowers the indicator of bad cholesterol in the blood;
• acts as a prophylactic drug against heart attacks, strokes, atherosclerosis and other organ pathologies;
• increases the functional capabilities of the brain, improves the processes of memorization of information, increases the concentration of attention;
• normalizes the digestive system and the work of the digestive tract;
• stabilization of the bone apparatus, suitable oil for the treatment of gout, rheumatism, arthritis;
• improves the appearance and condition of hair and skin, slows premature aging;
• beneficial effects on the genitourinary and endocrine systems;
• normalizes the menstrual cycle in women, has a positive effect on the functioning of the ovaries;
• alignment of the hormonal background - especially relevant during pregnancy;
• In its pure form, the elixir helps eliminate constipation.
Despite the fact that the calorie content of the oil is quite high, nutritionists recommend it to people to fight overweight. It will also be useful to include oil in the children's diet.
Non-food use of sunflower oil without harm
Sunflower fluid can be used both in traditional medicine and in cosmetology. For these purposes, an unrefined look is suitable. Ways to use the oil:
• as an ingredient in anti-aging masks for the skin of the face, neck, hands;
• in the aggressive cold season, oil can become a compress component for revitalizing the skin of the hands, returning it softness and silkiness;
• baths with sunflower extract are ideal for strengthening nails, prevent stratification of plates;
• as a constituent in hair masks, the product will facilitate combing of hair, give the curls shine, silkiness;
• when processing the product with hair roots, it is possible to strengthen the hair follicles, stop the process of hair loss and improve their growth;
• professional cosmetology hair masks with the addition of a sunflower product enrich the hair with vitamins, saturate it with nutrients, increase blood flow to the roots;
• the extract warmed up to room temperature can eliminate charms on the skin of newborns;
• oil helps to quickly tighten wounds, cuts, tears and other skin lesions.
Side effects from the use and use of sunflower oil, the harm of the product to the body
Sunflower oil in certain cases, instead of the promised benefits, can just as easily and quickly harm the body. When can this happen:
• if the correct storage conditions of the product are not observed;
• when exceeding the permissible consumption rate;
• with the wrong approach to the use of the product;
• with self-medication without the presence of certain knowledge.
Unrefined oil has the ability to oxidize quickly, therefore, its shelf life is quite small. The onset of oxidative processes promises the appearance of bitterness and the release of toxic substances, so you need to try to manage to take the product before they occur. At the same time, you need to store it in a dark, cool place.
Refined oil able to be stored longer, unlike another species - up to 4 months. You need to store it in the refrigerator. Such a product causes significant harm to the body if used for repeated frying.
With caution, you should take the product or completely abandon its use to such categories of people:
• those who have chronic diseases of the cardiovascular system;
• people with problems with the functioning of the biliary tract or gall bladder;
• people with diabetes;
• those who have too much cholesterol in their bodies;
• people with individual intolerance to product components, allergic to oil or seeds.
Excessive consumption of the product can lead to the accumulation of excess weight. To avoid this, you should take no more than 3 tbsp. l sunflower oil per day.
