Hazelnut Oil

Hazelnut oil is considered the youngest, as it appeared on the market only in the 70s of last century. It was originally produced in France, then distributed around the world.

In terms of beneficial properties and beneficial effects on the human body, it is no less valuable than the popular almond oil.

Hazelnut oil is obtained by cold pressing the nuts. It is light and fragrant, has a high content of palmitic, oleic, stearic and linoleic acids. The product is saturated with the necessary vitamins E, B, PP and C, has a high energy value.

The color of the oil is pale amber, and at the same time it is transparent.

The product is used both in pure form and as an additive to other bases, although in mixtures the amount of hazelnut oil is limited to 10-15%. Its aroma is light nutty, almost imperceptible.

The fat is distributed evenly and easily on the skin, absorbs immediately, has a mattifying, refreshing and tightening effect on the pores. After application on the skin there are no greasy traces or unpleasant oily feeling. It is famous for its fast tonic effect and cellular effect.

Use in cooking

Like all oils derived from nuts, and it is characterized by a pleasant aroma and taste. Can be used in combination with refined olive oil and sunflower oil, combines well with peanut and walnut oils.

Mainly used for seasoning dishes. As it tastes slightly sweet, it can be added to porridges, for example, by reducing the amount of sugar in them.

Hazelnut oil can be used to make various sauces, homemade mayonnaise can be prepared with it. Not suitable for frying, but for making desserts is recommended, combining well with cereals and chocolate. Delicious homemade bread, pastries, pastries are obtained with his intervention, because it sells them a delicate nutty taste and aroma.

Caloric content

For vegetarians, hazelnut oil is suitable because they do not consume meat, and hazelnut fat is considered a complete source of protein. The carbohydrates in the product are so low that it can be used without worries by people prone to gaining weight and even by those suffering from diabetes.

Of course, the energy value of the product is high and therefore it is recommended for loss of strength, heavy physical exertion, exhaustion and as a tonic, also to improve adaptability and increase endurance.

Composition

No other unsaturated fatty acids (94%) in hazelnut oil are present in any other oil. For the most part, these are oleic, linoleic and linolenic acids. The low content of saturated acids contributes to the practical 100% absorption of the product.

The vitamins in the composition are C, E and group B. The oil contains all the necessary amino acids, and the mineral composition is represented by sodium, zinc, cobalt, iron, magnesium, phosphorus and calcium. The product also contains carotenoids, phytosterols, paclitaxel and up to 10% phospholipids.

Useful and healing properties

Hazelnut oil is a real source of health. All production properties of the nuts are preserved through modern production technologies. Of course, the product could not cure any diseases, but its regular use is a wonderful prevention against the development of a number of serious health problems. Applying it in complex therapy for the treatment of many diseases, gives excellent results.

It is recommended to include it in the diet of obese people, as it contains many useful substances that help lose weight and normalize metabolic processes. Of course, we must not forget that butter is high in calories and this must be taken into account when compiling the menu.

The product is indicated for skin diseases: psoriasis, eczema, seborrhea, rash. It is also useful for nervous excitability and increased fatigue. Helps to increase efficiency (both mental and physical), to absorb fat-soluble vitamins, protecting them from the destruction of oxygen. Hazelnut oil slows down aging and is necessary for the developing organism.

In addition, it is characterized by anti-cancer action and is an excellent prophylactic against tumors of the colon and sigmoid colon, duodenum. Helps in the treatment of breast fibrosis and is recommended for use by people suffering from diabetes, as the carbohydrate content is not high.

The product is a wonderful carcinogen, cleanses the body well and maintains immunity. Its elements are involved in the process of DNA repair and protein biosynthesis.

Hazelnut oil increases lactation and improves the quality of breast milk. It has a beneficial effect on the activity of the heart and blood vessels, improves blood circulation and normalizes clotting, contributing to an increase in hemoglobin. In particular, it has a beneficial effect on peripheral blood circulation. With regular use it lowers blood pressure and cholesterol levels. This is the reason why it is used as a prophylaxis against and in the treatment of: hypertension, angina, atherosclerosis, coronary heart disease, arrhythmia, varicose veins, anemia, strokes and heart attacks.

The oil from these nuts effectively cleanses from slag, and in particular, the liver. In addition, it helps with gallstones and gallbladder stagnation, protects against putrefactive processes and has anthelmintic action, which contributes to complete purification.

The amazing oil helps to improve the condition of those suffering from kidney stones and has a positive effect on reproductive function. The zinc in the product helps to produce sex hormones, increases libido and potency.

The combination of vitamins and minerals is useful for strengthening bones, so hazelnut fat is a prophylactic against the development of osteochondrosis, osteoporosis and all joint diseases. It maintains visual acuity, reduces cerebral convulsive activity in epilepsy. It is needed by adolescents, athletes and the elderly to obtain substances that are rapidly consumed by the body: amino acids, minerals and vitamins.

In the second part of the article we will look at the cosmetic properties of hazelnut oil .