Sunflower Oil

Futuro Sunflower Oil:

1. The oil that comes out while pressing the seeds of sunflower is sunflower oil. This is a non-volatile oil that people use mostly in frying and making cosmetics. The proportion of fatty acid in the oil depends upon the selective breed of sunflower.
2. The highest production of this oil in the world is 15.8 million tonnes during the year 2014. It is liquid at room temperature and has mild nutty odor.
3. Refining the said oil through solvent extraction, neutralization, and bleaching can make it more stable and suitable for high-temperature cooking. But, it will also lead to loss of some of the oil’s nutrients, flavor, color, free fatty acids, etc., Also some of the polyunsaturated fatty acids will be converted into trans fat due to the high temperatures involved in the process. Unrefined oil is less heat-stable and therefore it is well suitable for dishes that are either raw or cooked at low temperatures. Above all, it will retain more of its original nutrient content, flavor, and color.
4. People use refined oil mainly for deep frying at high temperatures and unrefined sunflower oil as a traditional salad dressing. This oil is also an ingredient in preparing sunflower butter. Studies suggest that this oil, when mixed with diesel, runs diesel engines.

Benefits of sunflower oil:

1. This oil is rich in antioxidants that prevent bacteria and viruses from entering the body. Hence, it strengthens the immune system
2. This oil contains 80% of good fats which is good for the heart and also maintains cholesterol level in our body
3. The vitamin content in this oil helps maintain glowing skin. It also acts as a skin moisturizer and doing wonders especially for dry skin
4. The oil contains components that provide quick energy to the body, hence it serves as a natural energy booster.
5. This oil gives shinny hair and helps soften dry hair. Massaging it on the scalp once a week goes wonder results.
6. This oil is extremely light and easy to digest, its mild laxative properties help prevent constipation.

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