Corn oil production
This oil is on the list of the best varieties of vegetable oils. Corn oil can be either refined or unrefined. It should be noted that refined oil is more useful, because it contains more substances necessary for the body. It is worth noting and the fact that with prolonged storage, oil can acquire an unpleasant odor. That is why on the shelves of the bazaar this oil is found in a deodorized form, since at the stage of deodorization substances removed from the oil that give it a specific smell.
Composition of corn oil
The composition of corn oil includes many useful substances, so necessary for health. In unrefined oil, about 85 percent of unsaturated fatty acids are linoleic, oleic. Corn oil also has saturated fatty acids - stearic, palmitic. And also vitamins E, B1, F, PP, lecithin and provitamin A.
Vitamin E. This vitamin in corn oil is twice more than in sunflower and olive oil.
Vitamin E is a strong antioxidant that protects the body from premature aging, because it prevents the wear of cells. In addition, thanks to vitamin E, the use of corn oil can normalize the activity of the gonads.
Oil is useful for pregnant women, as it is able to protect cells from various possible mutations. Vitamin E is also called "tocopherol", which in Latin means "bearing offspring". This name was given to the vitamin because it supports the ability of the female body to bear healthy offspring, and hence to reproduction.
As scientists have established, vitamin E or "tocopherol" is fat-soluble, that is, for its assimilation in the body must necessarily be present fatty environment. A corn oil is suitable for a "fat" environment, since in it the basic fatty acids are distributed evenly.
Corn oil: useful properties
Corn oil, as a dietary product, favorably affects many systems of the human body. For example, regular use of this oil can establish metabolic processes in the body, improve the activity of the intestine, gallbladder and liver. In addition, it is a good cholagogue.
Also in corn oil contains substances that allow to lower the level of cholesterol in the blood, which means that the risk of atherosclerosis and the formation of blood clots decreases.
Vitamin K, contained in corn oil, positively affects the work of the cardiovascular system. Also this oil has good fortifying properties.
Corn oil is widely used in folk medicine. The recommended dose of corn oil is 75 grams per day. Everyday use of this oil is very useful, especially for children, pregnant and lactating women.
Linoleic acid, which is contained in corn oil, helps the human body to fight a variety of diseases. Linoleic acid is also responsible for blood clotting. It is very useful to consume every day this oil to people suffering from the following diseases, such as migraine, asthma, hay fever, skin peeling.
Using corn oil
In cooking
Corn oil found its place in the kitchen, it is suitable for stewing, frying, and also for cooking deep-fried foods. When heated, corn oil does not foam, does not secrete carcinogenic substances, does not burn. In addition, corn oil is used for these purposes more economically than sunflower oil.
Corn oil is also used in the preparation of mayonnaise, dough, various sauces, baked goods. This oil is also used in the production of dietary products and baby food, since corn oil has a large number of nutrients.
Corn oil is easily absorbed by the body, and this explains its use in dietary products.
In cosmetology
Corn oil improves the condition of hair and skin. Do you want your hair to be more healthy and strong? Then heat the corn oil and rub it into the scalp. Then you need to put a towel in the hot water and wrap your head around it. This procedure needs to be done several times. We wash the hair with neutral soap. This procedure will not only make your hair more healthy and strong, but also eliminate dandruff. In parallel with this procedure, it is advisable to add corn oil to various dishes throughout the day.
In many hair care products, you can find this oil.
The composition of corn oil includes vitamins A, E, F, unsaturated fatty acids. And also lecithin and linoleic acid, these substances are often used in cosmetology, since they help restore the barrier functions of the skin. Corn oil has an antioxidant property, in addition it nourishes and softens the skin, improves complexion, restores the protective functions of the skin. Corn oil from embryos has a high nutritional value, which allows it to be used for dry, irritated, fading and rough skin.
The composition of corn oil includes a large amount of vitamin A, which contributes to the regeneration of the skin. It is worth noting an important factor, corn oil is suitable for any type of skin. It is very useful for corn oil to wipe dry skin with pigment spots. Wipe regularly. It is very important after wiping the face skin to make a wet soda compress (the compress should be hot). We finish the procedure by applying a mask (for a mask you can use any vegetable, or rather its juice or flesh).