If you don't want to age, you too can benefit from this miracle offered by nature! Grape seed oil is a valuable plant-based product that contains the powerful antioxidant OPC, which shows positive effects in many areas from cancer to diabetes.
Who Can Benefit?
- Cardiovascular patients
- Those with high blood pressure
- Diabetics
- Those who have previously had a stroke due to bleeding
- Those experiencing brain dysfunction
- Those with swelling and edema problems
- Those suffering from varicose veins and hemorrhoids
- Those with damaged and dull skin
- Those with excessive hair loss problems
- Those with psoriasis, eczema, and itching problems
What Do Studies Say?
In studies conducted with over 1000 100% natural extracts prepared from 136 different plants by Japanese scientists, it was found that applying OPC obtained from grape seed extract to hair increased hair cell proliferation by 230%. Its positive effects have also been documented in many different diseases.
Quality and Storage
For grape seed oil to be beneficial, it must be obtained by cold press and non-thermal processing methods. Oils should not be exposed to sun and heat during storage. When purchasing, prefer products that do not contain additives or preservatives; its color and smell may vary depending on climate conditions, the soil it was grown in, and drying conditions.
Grape seeds contain approximately 10-12% fixed oil; this ratio varies depending on the grape variety and the region it is grown in. It is mostly produced in France, Italy, and Spain. Seeds that were once discarded after the pressing process have now become a valuable product as their health benefits have been understood.
Content
Grape seed oil is rich in unsaturated fatty acids known as linoleic acid (omega-6) and oleic acid (omega-9). The vitamin E and omega-6 it contains are beneficial for cholesterol health.
Use in the Kitchen
Grape seed oil is used in frying and salads. Its smoke point is 250°C, which is well above olive oil's smoke point limit of 120°C; therefore, it is the preferred choice for frying requiring high heat. However, to fully benefit from the oil's health advantages, high heat should be avoided; pouring it over food after cooking is the most correct method. One tablespoon is approximately 120 kcal, and since less usage is sufficient compared to other oils for cooking purposes, it is also advantageous for weight control.
For Skin and Hair
Grape seed oil is a valuable skincare product with protective, wrinkle-reducing, and sagging-preventing effects for the skin. It is also used as a massage oil in aromatherapy; applying it as a massage oil, especially for joint pains, is very beneficial. It is also used in hair, body, hand and lip creams, and sunburn products. It also has a hair loss prevention effect.
How to Use?
- Internally: Can be used in meals or salads, or 1-2 teaspoons can be taken plain daily.
- Capsule: One capsule daily; supplements containing resveratrol should be preferred.
- Externally: Applied to the skin and joints as a massage oil.
