NBT Naturals – Sunflower Seed Oil – Extra Virgin & Cold Pressed – 5000 ml

It is 100% pure and natural

Sunflower seed ( Helianthus Annuus) oil is made by pressing the seeds of the Helianthus Annuus plant and extracting the oil.

Sunflower seed oil is higher in oleic acid, or omega-9, is a monounsaturated fatty acid with one double bond.
Sunflower seed oil contains other helpful substances, such as omega-6 and omega-9, or linoleic acid and oleic acid. These substances are both shown to contribute to tissue and cell strength.

Sunflower seed oil also contains linoleic acid, which helps your skin retain moisture so it becomes less dry. Reinforcing this natural moisture barrier is especially helpful for those with eczema or otherwise dry skin. In addition, linoleic acid helps to protect the face from bacteria and germs.
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil contains high amounts of Vitamins A, B, D and E, minerals, lecithin, insulin, unsaturated fatty acid.

Linoleic and oleic acid are both sources of energy for the body and contribute to cell and tissue strength.

You can use sunflower oil on its own as a moisturizer, cleanser, or make-up remover. But also look for it as an active ingredient in your and your baby’s skincare products.

Benefits of Sunflower Seed Oil for Skin

it hydrates.
It’s rich in antioxidants.
It helps to unclog pores.
It can minimize signs of aging.
It’s soothing.
It can help calm temporary redness.
It protects skin.
It can help even out skin tone and texture.

It’s often touted as a healthy oil, as it contains unsaturated fats that may benefit heart health.

Nutrition facts for different sunflower oils
All sunflower oils are 100% fat and contain vitamin E, a fat-soluble nutrient that protects cells from age-related damage.

Sunflower seed oil do not contain protein, carbs, cholesterol, or sodium.

The chart below summaries the main differences in fatty acid composition between 1-tablespoon (15-mL) servings of the three sunflower oils used in home cooking.

High lineoleic Mid-oleic
High oleic
Calories 120 120 120
Total fat 14 grams 14 grams 14 grams
Saturated 1 gram 1 gram 1 gram
Monounsaturated 3 grams 8 grams 11 grams
Polyunsaturated 9 grams 4 grams 0.5 grams

Summary
Sunflower oils with more oleic acid are higher in monounsaturated fat and lower in polyunsaturated fat.

Possible benefits
All of the purported benefits of sunflower oil are associated with high oleic varieties, particularly those that comprise 80% or more oleic acid.

Some research suggests that a diet rich in monounsaturated fatty acids like oleic acid may help reduce high cholesterol levels and thus your risk of heart disease.

Specifications

Kindly note this product is non returnable

What’s in the box
1 x NBT Naturals – Sunflower Seed Oil – Extra Virgin & Cold Pressed