Sunflower Oil - सूर्यफूल तेल

Sunflower oil is the non-volatile oil pressed from the seeds of sunflower (Helianthus annuus). The expressed oil has a neutral taste profile. The oil contains a large amount of vitamin E. Sunflower oil is primarily composed of linoleic acid, a polyunsaturated fat, and oleic acid, a monounsaturated fat. It has a smoke point of 227 °C.

Benefits & Uses:

• Sunflower oil is good choice for keeping a heart healthy.

• It also has mild laxative properties which can help prevent constipation.

• Being rich in antioxidants, it also strengthens the cell membrane barriers which make it harder for bacteria and viruses to enter the body while increasing the body’s ability to defend against infections.

• It also contains protein that helps in building and repairing tissues and various enzymes required for healthy functioning.

• Sunflower oil is extremely light, which makes it easy to digest and is better absorbed in your digestive tract.

• It 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. It also acts as a natural moisturizer and helps in treating dry, sensitive skin.

• Sunflower oil helps to soften dry, frizzy hair and adds a beautiful shine to them. It has a very light texture and acts as a conditioner.

• It is also rich in gamma alpha linolenic acid (GLA) which prevents hair loss and is often used as a treatment.