To thin and burn fats, one should take 2 capsules or 2 teaspoons safflower oil per day, preferably half an hour before or after main meals or as directed by the dietitian.
Safflower oil, which is also known as saffron-bastard, is extracted from the seeds of the plant Carthamus tinctorius and can be found in stores of natural products and food supplements, with prices ranging between 24 and 65 reais.
What is it for
Safflower oil has the following health benefits:
- Helping to lose weight, by delaying the emptying of the stomach, prolonging the sensation of satiety;
- Act as an anti-inflammatory because it is rich in omega-9 and vitamin E;
- Helping to lower blood glucose, helping to control type 2 diabetes;
- Decrease high blood pressure by improving blood circulation;
- Decrease bad cholesterol by being rich in phytosterols.
However, it is important to remember that these effects are only achieved when safflower oil is consumed along with healthy eating and frequent practice of physical activity.
Safflower oil is good for hair
In addition to its health benefits in general, safflower oil can also be used in the treatment of dry and brittle hair because it is rich in vitamins A, E and antioxidant fats, which act to maintain the health of hair and skin.
To achieve its benefits, you should slowly massage the scalp with safflower oil as this will activate the local blood circulation and cause the root of the hair to absorb the oil, leaving the wires stronger and stimulating their growth. For the body, the oil acts as a natural moisturizer, being quickly absorbed by the skin and helping to prevent wrinkles and cellulites. Also see how to use Baru oil to lose weight and moisturize your skin and hair.
Contraindications and side effects
Safflower oil does not have contraindications, but it should only be taken by children, the elderly, pregnant women and who breastfeed according to the doctor's or nutritionist's advice.
In addition, their excess consumption can cause problems like increased inflammation in the body, arthritis, depression and good cholesterol lowering due to their high levels of omega-6.
Coconut oil is also rich in antioxidants and helps in weight loss, so see how to use Coconut Oil in capsules.
