Special properties of apricot oil that everyone would like to get.
There are many useful forms of oil for culinary and therapeutic purposes, but apricot kernel oil is one that most people don’t even know exists. However, before adding this unique oil to your daily diet and skin care regimen, let’s understand where it comes from and what benefits it has for human health.
What is apricot oil?
As the name suggests, apricot kernel oil is obtained from the pulp of the apricot, and more specifically, the bitter and sweet seeds of the apricot. Although there are different types of apricots, they all have very similar nutritional properties, as well as the oil contained in their kernels. Using the cold pressed-squeezing method, the apricot kernel oil is removed from the hard core in the center of the kernel. And thanks to this method, apricot oil retains all the biologically active substances, vitamins and unsaturated fatty acids that make it special.
Apricot oil can be consumed orally or applied topically.
What are the benefits of apricot oil?
For external use, it is especially used during massage to moisturize and soothe the skin.
Here are some benefits of consuming apricot oil orally:
- It has anti-cancer activity.
- Increases immunity, helping to prevent viral and infectious diseases,
- Apricot oil is rich in omega-9 fatty acids, which are extremely beneficial for overall health, promoting heart and brain function.
- Improves the hormonal background, stimulating its optimal level,
- Reduces the content of bad cholesterol in the blood,
- Strengthens the walls of blood vessels, ensuring the optimal level of blood circulation
- It has anti-inflammatory properties and a pronounced anti-cellulite effect.
A few more, in case of applying topically:
- Increases the elasticity of the skin, prevents the appearance of wrinkles, and ensures a youthful appearance of the skin
- Relieves swelling and narrows skin pores
- Eliminates dandruff, adds shine to hair and stimulates hair growth.
How to use the apricot kernel oil?
It is recommended to drink 1 teaspoon of apricot oil 3 times a day, 30 minutes before each meal.
For external use, you can also apply it to damaged areas of the skin to soothe and massage it.