Beneficial Oils
The lowdown on a singularly slippery subject!

ALMOND OIL can help balance the immune system by activating the T cells which fight infection without causing inflammation.

AVOCADO OIL helps the body absorb the carotenes (a subclass of carotenoids) and their chemical cousins lycopene and lutein.

BORAGE SEED OIL helps balance the body's pain relief and infection-fighting functions which can be of assistance when dealing with conditions such as advanced age, diabetes, eczema, excessive saturated fat intake, high cholesterol and deficiencies in B6, zinc, magnesium, biotin and calcium.

COLD-PRESSED COCONUT OIL, an immunostimulant, contains caprylic acid, an antifungal agent naturally produced in the body. When supplemented with cold-pressed coconut oil, the body's immune system is enhanced even further.

EVENING PRIMROSE OIL (EPO) helps to fight infections and may be able to help repair the enamel of the teeth. The essential fatty acids in EPO help the body make hormones that relieve inflammation, making EPO helpful for persons with eczema or arthritis.

FLAXSEED OIL is rich in omega 3's, magnesium, potassium and is a good source of B vitamins and zinc. Studies show it can reduce the pain inflammation and swelling of arthritis and lower cholesterol levels.

GRAPESEED OIL is a source of essential fatty acids, has anti-inflammatory properties and can be heated to quite a high temperature.

HEMPSEED OIL may help relieve itchy skin and intestinal inflammation.

OLIVE OIL can help lower triglycerides and control cholesterol. The use of olive oil has been connected with relief from conditions as diverse as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, diabetes, high blood pressure and cancer. Further studies are being done every day on this marvelous oil that show the generous use of olive oil can lower rates of atherosclerosis, asthma, arthritis and is highly protective against heart disease.

PUMPKIN SEED OIL is a great source of ALA, containing cofactors of vitamin E that don't appear in the vitamin E capsule. It is used for the protection of the prostate and in treating bladder problems.

SAFFLOWER OIL (cold-pressed) is an excellent source of linoleic acid (an omega-6 essential fatty acid.

SOYBEAN OIL is a source of beta-sitosterol, mainly known and used for its cholesterol lowering property, but also well documented as a treatment for prostate disease. Beta-sitosterol also promotes recovery of the immune system after endurance exercise.

WHEAT GERM OIL is rich in fat (good for your brain!) but also in phytosterols (a type of carotenoid - a class of compounds related to vitamin A).

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