The product, which will be discussed, is among the most balanced in composition of vegetable oils. It is appreciated for its pleasant aroma and special taste. Rapeseed oil has the ability for a long time to retain the original smell and color, unlike soybean and sunflower oil. Thanks to the availability of medicinal qualities, the product is used not only for cooking, but also for medicine and cosmetic purposes.
Rape oil - properties
The main property of the product is due to the presence of fatty acids such as linoleic, oleic and linolenic. It is these components that equate the benefits of rapeseed oil with olive oil. These acids are necessary for the flow of many important processes in the body. Their main function is to reduce the level of cholesterol in the blood, which significantly reduces the risk of heart disease.
Acids promote normalization of the gastrointestinal tract, maintenance of bronchial tonus, normalization of pressure, suppression of inflammatory processes.
Rapeseed oil is useful in that it contains vitamin F, the lack of which can affect the reproductive system, as well as the condition of the skin and nails of a person.
An important component of the oil is vitamin E, acting as an antioxidant, involved in the regeneration and strengthening of the immune system. Without it, the activity of the liver, heart and pancreas is impossible.
Rapeseed oil - harm
Many believe that the use of rapeseed oil can adversely affect health. But not everyone knows what's the matter. Cirrhosis leads to erucic acid, accumulating in the body. However, in the seventies a new grade of oil was produced, with a mass fraction of erucic acid not more than 2%.
Rapeseed oil - application
Experts recommend every day to use a spoonful of this product to meet the body's nutritional needs.
The inclusion of oil in the diet allows you to cope with many problems in the body.
The product has a beneficial effect on the work of the stomach of the intestinal system in the presence of various diseases, reduces the acidity of gastric juice, reduces pain and inflammation in ulcers and gastritis.
The presence of vitamin E gives rapeseed oil an antioxidant property, the ability to improve cell renewal and, thus, prevent premature aging.
Particularly useful oil to women, thanks to the content of the substance, which is an analogue of the hormone estradiol, which is responsible for the body's readiness for conception. Also, regular intake of the product can reduce the risk of breast cancer .
But this is not all, what else is useful rapeseed oil. The oil has a positive effect on metabolism. It reduces cholesterol, relieves the body of toxins, thereby contributing to weight loss.
Rapeseed oil is most often used in diets, thanks to good digestion. Also, this oil helps to eliminate hangover syndrome, and even normalize the body's work with poisonings of a different nature.
Rapeseed oil in cosmetology
The presence of useful elements in this product made it possible to use it in the production of cosmetics, including children's:
- Vitamin E , contained in the oil helps slow down aging.
- Beta-carotene (vitamin A) raises skin tone, improves its protective functions.
- Thanks to linoleic acid, creams and lotions are easily and quickly absorbed into the skin.
- The presence of sterols can cope with skin irritation.
Rapeseed oil is actively used to impart life to damaged and thin hair. It is based on the preparation of effective masks, as well as simply enrich them with shampoos and hair balms.