Rice oil: properties and features of use
Rice oil contains many vitamins, antioxidants, amino acids. This product has been proven to be beneficial to health. Helps reduce cholesterol levels, strengthen the immune system, make skin younger, normalize heart function, improve menopause. But according to scientists, the main advantage of the oil is its ability to prevent the development of oncology.
Description
Rice oil, also known as rice bran oil, is obtained from the shell of this grain. Its homeland is Asia, where it is widely used today. The beneficial properties of this product are confirmed by various studies, but in our country it is only gaining popularity and is not always on sale. In terms of nutritional value, it resembles corn, with some differences in composition. Amber color, taste with a light pleasant aroma.
Refined rice oil is suitable for cooking various dishes, giving them an airy aroma and a special taste. It is well suited for quick frying, because at high temperatures it does not form harmful substances (carcinogens), the finished dish retains more vitamins. Linolenic acid slows down oxidative processes, which is appreciated by culinary specialists.
Studying the composition of the oil, scientists have identified a unique combination of fatty acids, vitamin E, gamma-oryzanol, squalene, which generally has an antioxidant and antitumor effect. When choosing an oil, you need to pay attention to the color and smell. A good quality product has a yellow tint and a slight aroma. It is better to give preference to a cold-pressed product. The shelf life of the oil varies from 6 to 12 months, it all depends on the storage conditions. After opening the bottle, it is better to keep it in a cool place.
On sale you can find rice oil and rice germs. The difference between these two products is in the quantitative composition of useful substances - they are more concentrated in the oil from the germs and it is mainly used in cosmetology and inside.
How do they do it?
Rice is a cereal plant. The culture is quite picky about growing conditions, does not tolerate frost and sudden changes in temperature. Rice stalks grow up to one and a half meters, panicles of spikelets ripen on the tops. Each of them has several protective shells that cover the flower. The bran of the plant and the germ of rice grains are used to make oil. Bran is obtained from the brown seed under the outer shell of the grain. Produced by cold pressing, pomace has a mild aroma and yellow color.
A feature of the product is a unique composition:
- vitamins of group B, PP, A, E;
- oleic, linoleic, linolenic, palmitic, stearic acids;
- antioxidant complex (tocopherol, tocotrienol, oryzanol);
- squalene;
- 27 phytosterones.
Orinazol is only found in rice oil.Its main effect on the body is the fight against free radicals, lowering "bad" cholesterol in the blood, normalizes the menstrual cycle in women and improves the condition with menopause. It also participates in the production of tyrosinase in the body, which prevents pigmentation and protects the deep layers of the skin from the harmful effects of sunlight.
Benefit
There are various vitamins in rice oil, including E, a well-known antioxidant, acids, trace elements that activate metabolic processes in the body and cleanse toxins. It has been scientifically proven that the use of rice oil helps to maintain youth, reduce the risk of developing dangerous diseases, improve blood circulation, and strengthen the immune system. As part of the fatty acids are more balanced, so the risk of developing a heart attack, stroke, hypertension, thrombophlebitis is reduced.
Among the fatty acids, palmitic can be distinguished, which is involved in cell renewal and preserves the youthfulness of the skin. This acid helps to absorb nutrients into the upper layers of the skin and activates the renewal process in cells. Oleic acid improves lipid metabolism, retains moisture and restores the protective properties of the epidermis. Linoleic helps to cure some skin diseases, prevents moisture loss, restores water balance in all layers of the epidermis.
Among the unique properties of the oil is that it does not cause allergic reactions and is well absorbed by the body, suitable for allergy sufferers and young children. Consumers appreciated the taste and benefits of rice oil. It can be purchased in supermarkets and specialized stores. There are a lot of reviews on the forums about the product, most of which are positive.Gourmets note the soft creamy taste of butter, which reflects the taste of familiar dishes in a completely new way. And also it can be used in canning, as the oil has an antimicrobial effect.
Useful action:
- protection against UV radiation;
- cell regeneration, rejuvenation;
- restoration of the hair structure;
- lowering cholesterol;
- fighting free radicals and preventing cancer;
- improvement of the work of the heart and blood vessels, digestive organs;
- reduction of unpleasant symptoms during menopause;
Contraindications and harm
The bran from which the oil is prepared may contain arsenic. And if the product is from an unscrupulous manufacturer, there is a danger to health. In the process of cooking, the oil must undergo additional purification, so buying a product is better than well-known brands. Researchers do not recommend consuming rice oil on a regular basis. The ratio in the composition of linolenic and linoleic acids is not equal.
If you want to completely switch to rice oil, then you also need to take linolenic acid (Omega-3). If this is not done, then excessive consumption of polyunsaturated acids increases the risk of developing cancerous tumors of the prostate or breast, diabetes, arthritis, skin or vascular diseases. The use of oil is contraindicated if there is intolerance to the product or in case of gastrointestinal diseases in the acute stage (ulcer, gastritis, cholecystitis, pancreatitis).
Subtleties of use
Rice oil is now used all over the world. Doctors note the benefits of a product that really helps in the prevention of certain diseases and improves health. It is assumed that in the future, rice oil will be taken as the basis of oncological drugs.Already, experts recommend that cancer patients start cooking with rice oil to improve their condition and more effective treatment.
According to scientists, if you take 1 tablespoon of rice oil daily on an empty stomach in the morning, you can preserve youth, protect the body from negative external influences, and prevent the development of many serious diseases. The beneficial effect is also noted by doctors who advise additionally using it for digestive disorders, heart problems.
In cooking
In cooking, rice oil has several benefits:
- low calorie;
- the ability not to lose their properties during heat treatment;
- long period of oxidation;
- does not change the taste of products, gives dishes a light aroma.
Light, appetizing and healthy rice oil is used for frying, stewing, preserving, baking, preparing salad dressings. Ideal for deep frying or frying, as it is more resistant to high temperatures and does not form harmful substances during the cooking process. At high temperatures, it does not smoke and interrupts the taste and aroma of products.
The oil is also suitable for dietary nutrition. During cooking, it is absorbed into the food by 30%, and a small amount of saturated fat makes the dish low-calorie and very tasty.
In cosmetology
Such a unique product has found its application in the cosmetic field. Research centers have confirmed the effectiveness of rice oil for hair, face and body, eyelashes. It is recommended to use oil-based masks for fading, dry skin, inflammatory processes, brittle, lifeless, dull hair. Oil is added to hair products, face, sunscreen lotions, used for massage, in manual therapy.
Pharmacological properties:
- heals problem areas of the skin;
- eliminates pigmentation;
- reduces and prevents inflammatory processes.
Properties of products based on rice oil:
- clear of harmful substances;
- promote cell renewal, provoke the production of collagen;
- protect from solar radiation;
- improve complexion;
- retain moisture;
- nourish the deep layers of the epidermis;
- accelerate hair growth;
- suitable for any skin.
The gentle effect of the oil has a beneficial effect on the delicate skin around the eyes. It tightens, wrinkles are smoothed out, and eyelash growth also improves. Rice oil masks help repair damaged and dry hair. In complex treatment, such a remedy is prescribed for their diffuse loss and baldness.
The rich nutritional composition wakes up frozen hair follicles and strengthens them. Massaging the scalp with rice oil has the following effect:
- relieves irritation;
- helps with split ends;
- replenishes the deficiency of acids and vitamins in the hair shafts;
- normalizes fat content;
- eliminates dandruff;
- improves the condition of damaged hair.
After the massage, it is recommended to put on a plastic cap and warm the head, wash it with shampoo after half an hour. The procedure can be repeated 2-3 times a week. Hair becomes shiny, thick, obedient, in addition, they are protected from the negative effects of the sun or frost.
Many women admire the beauty of oriental charmers, in particular Japanese women. Their smooth skin and shiny silky hair become the object of envy.But today, any representative of the fair sex can use the secret of oriental beauties and independently prepare a face and hair care product with this unique product, an old recipe for the beauty and youth of women in the East.
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