To date, the use of palm oil has become widespread. However, people are still arguing about the benefits or harms this product has on the body. They extract oil from the tree of the same name, which grows on the African continent. As a rule, it comes to our region in the form of a “puree” of white color, since the liquid consistency is preserved only when the air temperature exceeds 30 degrees.
The use of palm oil for medicinal purposes
So, speaking about the useful properties of this product, you can list them for a very long time. This oil is considered one of the most enriched with high-quality vitamin composition, including B vitamins, as well as A, C, E. Moreover, the competent use of palm oil both inside and out helps to smooth the skin and general rejuvenation. A similar effect is explained by the presence in its composition of fatty acids and a special substance - coenzyme Q10. By adding a small amount of product to everyday meals, good results can be achieved: the work of the heart muscle improves, blood pressure normalizes, blood circulation and blood sugar level stabilize. In addition, over time, cholesterol plaques are destroyed , the accumulation of which can lead to pathology of the cardiovascular system. The special indications include the presence of problems with the function of the gastrointestinal tract. With gastritis and ulcers, you should take oil in its pure form on an empty stomach, thus, the walls of the stomach are enveloped, which protects them from the effects of aggressive factors. There is a theory that it prevents the formation of malignant tumors. And for women during pregnancy or lactation, such a product is just a find, because it provides the body with all the necessary vitamins and useful microelements and thereby contributes to the systematic development of the fetus and improve the quality of milk during feeding.
Red palm oil: application in cosmetology
Even in ancient times, women used natural products to preserve the beauty of their body. This oil was applied to the body instead of lotion and cream, as it has unique moisturizing and nutritional properties. Many ladies want to grow long healthy hair. The use of palm oil for this purpose is no less effective. It is enough to apply a mask of a mixture of oils several times a week along the entire length, for example, palm is perfectly combined with peach and ethereal ylang-ylang. Wrap the head with cling film and leave for an hour. In almost all women during pregnancy, stretch marks are formed. If there is no money to buy expensive creams, you can use the aforementioned oil. It perfectly moisturizes the skin and makes it more elastic. And during the period of breastfeeding, it is worth protecting the nipples from cracks and dryness, treating them with this product.
Palm Oil: Cooking Use
Inveterate culinary specialists do not represent professional activities without using this ingredient. For example, when creating confectionery products, palm oil is added to dough, creams, and even to the mixture for pancakes and pancakes. The fact is that the specific taste of the product gives the dish a subtle charm. However, frying anything on it is strictly prohibited. Useful properties are preserved only in kind. It is also recommended to fill them with salads, add it to a dressing for fish or meat. Some cooks manage to make dressing for soup and borsch with this oil.