Pine nut oil has a pleasant taste, easily assimilated by the body, is widely used for both cosmetic and nutritional purposes. It is able to enhance immunity, so it is suitable for both therapeutic and preventive purposes. Pine nut oil is unique in its composition - it has no analogues of artificial origin, as it cannot be synthesized in the laboratory.
Methods of obtaining
It is obtained by pressing the cedar nut kernel. Only wooden presses are used for this purpose, as the substance loses both its medicinal and gustatory properties when it comes into contact with metal.
There are two ways of pressing: cold and hot. They have the following differences:
Hot. As the name implies, the kernels are subjected to heat treatment, after which the liquid is released. This is a cheap technology, which does not allow preserving the useful properties of nuts, so the resulting composition can be used only for culinary purposes.
Cold. A more expensive and time-consuming technology, thanks to which the kernels retain their useful properties, and the resulting composition can be used for any purpose.
Composition and medicinal properties
The useful properties of cedar are due to its rich composition. It contains a large number of amino acids, vitamins, essential oils, micro- and macro elements, which have a beneficial effect on all systems of the body.
Consumption of cedar oil improves blood circulation and normalizes metabolism. Due to its vitamin E content, cedar oil promotes cell regeneration, prevents skin aging, serves as a prophylactic for the formation of blood clots and the development of atherosclerosis.
B vitamins contained in cedar kernels improve the central nervous system, have a beneficial effect on metabolism and blood composition. The oil also contains GLA (gamma-linolenic acid), which has anti-inflammatory effects. It helps to minimize the amount of "bad" cholesterol in the blood and also normalizes fat metabolism, contributing to healthy weight loss.
It also contains polyunsaturated fatty acids Omega-3 and Omega-6. Their use in food is mandatory for a healthy metabolism, as the human body is not able to produce them on its own. Cedar oil has these substances in sufficient quantities to improve the condition of many body systems.
It is also called the "source of youth", which has a pronounced antioxidant effect, neutralizing the effects of free radicals, slowing the aging process of the body, normalizing hormones in both men and women.
In addition, this oil helps in the treatment of diseases of the kidneys, respiratory, endocrine and urinary systems. It is recommended for use by pregnant women for normal development of the fetus. The oil is also useful during lactation to enhance lactation and increase the fat content of milk.
Methods of use
Siberian pine oil has not only medicinal properties. Thanks to its pleasant aroma and taste, it can be consumed in food. It is often used as a food additive in the preparation of various dishes. In addition, it can be taken in pure form - 1-2 teaspoons a day with meals.
It is also used externally, applied to the skin in pure form or added to cosmetics. This allows them to enrich their useful vitamins and trace elements. Siberian pine oil gives the skin a healthy and radiant appearance. It can also be rubbed into the scalp to strengthen the hair.
