Oil Types
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Cold pressed oil is a type of fresh juice squeezed from the seeds of particular plants, containing their natural nutrients, distinguished for the taste and smell of the seeds it’s made of. It is an unrefined and lacks heat treatment rich in essential fatty acids, vitamins soluble in oil, lecithins, phytosterols and minerals valuable for people’s health. We consider our products to help customers go back to the natural and healthy diet. The seeds are processed by using a technology for cold seed pressing which means that the oil is mechanically pressed on a low temperature (lower than 45°C) with lack of heat and chemicals. After separating the oil from the seed the impurities are removed from it physically using filters and techniques. Afterwards, it is being packed in glass and plastic bottles ready to use.
HAZELNUT OIL
This expensive, delicate, light-colored, unrefined, specialty oil is made from nuts that are dried and then cold-pressed. Walnut oil is best used uncooked or in cold sauces because when it is heated, it can become slightly bitter. The health benefits of walnuts were first identified in 1937 when researchers discovered that they were a significant source of vitamin C. Over the last 70 years, numerous other studies that evaluated the effects of walnut and walnut oil consumption on mortality, disease prevalence and disease risk factors have been performed. Cold pressed hazelnut oil is mainly rich in Omega 3, 6, 9 fatty acids, phytosterols, Vitamin B, E, C, minerals such as potassium, calcium and magnesium which are of crucial importance for maintaining the health. Despite the culinary applications, hazelnut oil has many skin care benefits and uses. Therefore, regular use of this oil can help skin appear more healthy, youthful and rejuvenated.
Origin and history
Historical evidence shows that Walnuts have been in existence for thousands of years and it is believed that the Greeks were the first to cultivate the Walnut. During ancient times, walnuts were used for food, but also as a medicine and a dye for hair, wool, and cloth. Walnuts were introduced to Europe through the Mediterranean and became highly regarded in France, where they began cultivating them in the 14th century. By the late 1600s walnuts became a staple in France, and during World War II when food stores became depleted in the small villages of Perigord, France, many families relied upon walnuts from their groves for protein. Walnut Oil was used by Egyptians in embalming their mummies, used for fuel in oil lamps, and in parts of Europe, Walnut Oil was used as a holy oil. European artists even employed Walnut Oil for use in paintings. Chemical analysis confirms the use of Walnut Oil in the French impressionist paintings of Monet, Cezanne and Pissaro.
Nutrition & health benefits
- Walnut Oil is a rich source of Omega-3 fatty acids, which may help lower the risk of heart disease, help reduce bad cholesterol and reduce inflammation.
- It contains a high amount of monounsaturated oils such as Omega-9 which helps improve blood circulation.
- It contains a high level of antioxidants which help fights against free radicals which cause cell damage and aging.
- It is especially dense in the antioxidant ellagic acid, which aids in controlling the replication of malignant tumors and has anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, antiviral and antiseptic properties.
- Walnut oil has been shown to lower total cholesterol, LDL (bad cholesterol) and the ratio of LDL to HDL (good cholesterol).
- Walnut oil provide hefty levels of vitamins B-1, B-2, and B-3, coupled with vitamin-E and niacin. Certain phytonutrients and fatty acids in walnut oil can contribute enhancing the texture and quality of the skin.
- Regular walnut oil consumption reduced triglyceride levels 19 to 33% in a 45-day study.
USES
- Culinary uses
- Aromatherapy uses
- Medicinal uses
- Paint thinner
- Maintains hormone levels
- Anti-ageing
- Fights wrinkles
- Hair conditioner
