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Organic Cold Pressed Mustard Oil

Historical scriptures mention the use of mustard & mustard oils since the 6th Century BC. Mustard was the condiment initially cultivated in the Indus valley. The Romans innovated the versatility of this condiment. Due to the high smoke point, defined pungency, aroma and intense flavour, mustard oil is widely used in India, Bangladesh & Pakistan.

The Organic cold-pressed mustard oil is high in monounsaturated fatty acids(MUFA) followed by polyunsaturated fats(PUFA). Apart from these, organic cold-pressed mustard is an excellent source of Omega-3 and Omega-6.

Being high in MUFA & PUFA and low content of saturated fats in organic mustard cold-pressed oil is incredible for keeping bad cholesterol at bay, lowering blood pressure and inflammation, improving heart health & promoting digestion. Its anti-bacterial, anti-fungal & anti-carcinogenic properties make the oil versatile—an excellent ingredient for oil pulling & improving teeth & gum health, preventing cold, cough & sinusitis. The use of mustard oil for skin & hair care is an ancient practice because of the high vitamin E content. Indeed, mustard oil is unmatched for the infant's massage oil.

The goodness of organic cold-pressed mustard oil makes it an excellent choice for daily essential edible oil. Many of the Indian cousins are incomplete without mustard oil. Apart from cooking, organic cold-pressed mustard oil is ideal for deep fry, stir-frying, pickling & preserving foods and making chutneys, sauces & marinades.

Organic Cold Pressed Sesame Oil

Sesame seeds have been cultivated in most tropical, subtropical and southern areas since 3000 BCE. Sesame Oil is one of the oldest used vegetable oil. Around 900-600 BCE, sesame oil extraction started near Yerevan in Armenia, as per archaeologists’ findings.

The Organic cold-pressed sesame oil is used for culinary, medicinal, and cosmetic uses. Organic cold-pressed sesame oil is a powerhouse of antioxidants (sesamol and sesaminol)- protects from cell damage caused by free radicals, and promotes heart health. Being filled with antiinflammatory properties, organic cold-pressed sesame oil is excellent for treating joint inflammation, toothaches and helps in the growth & development of bone health. The presence of Omega-3, Omega-6, and Omega-9 and fatty acids makes organic cold-pressed sesame oil apt for daily skin & hair care, healing UV damage, oil pulling & relieving constipation.

The earthy, nutty flavour and high smoke point make organic sesame oil one of the best edible oil suitable for cooking, stir-fries, sauces & dips, marinade & vinaigrettes. Sesame oil is essential in Indian, Middle Eastern, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean cuisines.

Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil

The history of Coconut oil is not less than 4000 years. The ancient use of coconut oil was started in Ayurveda medicine in 1500 BCE. Before World War II, coconut oil was the primary edible oil.

Organic cold-pressed extra virgin coconut oil mainly contains Monounsaturated fats, polyunsaturated fats & phytosterols. Hence, beneficial in reducing harmful cholesterol levels & lowering the risk of heart disease and stroke, reducing inflammation, and boosting metabolism. The anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-fungal and anti-cancer properties make this oil apt to heal UV damage, kill bacteria, heal wounds, and neutralise damaging molecules. The nourishment of organic cold-pressed extra virgin coconut oil makes it a perfect skin & hair moisturiser & makeup remover. Coconut Oil is considered to improve digestion & appetite & great for oil pulling.

The unique composition of fatty acids in organic cold-pressed extra virgin coconut oil makes it highly resistant to oxidation at high heat. Hence this oil is suitable for high-heat cooking, deep-frying, stir fry & baking. Medium Chain Fatty Acids (MCFAs) make organic cold-pressed extra virgin coconut oil an excellent choice in the ketogenic diet. Also, simply this oil can be added to tea, coffee or shakes to enjoy its nutty flavour.

Organic Cold Pressed Groundnut Oil

The explorers mentioned the extensive cultivation of groundnuts, possibly native to Mesoamerica and South America. Groundnut is a native New World crop. As the archaeological findings, approximately 3900-3750 years before the present, the cultivation of groundnuts was started. Production of groundnut oil came into existence around 1802 in Landes, Aquitaine.

Organic cold-pressed groundnut oil mainly contains fatty acids and antioxidants. This helps in promoting heart health and controlling blood pressure. Organic cold-pressed groundnut oil may also help to improve insulin sensitivity in blood for those with diabetics. Being rich in vitamins A & E; prevents skin conditions like eczema & skin irritation, premature ageing & wrinkles on the skin.

Groundnut oil is the single largest source of edible oils in India & constitutes roughly about 50% of the total oilseed production. It is one of the most significantly used cooking oil in many parts of the world. Due to the high smoke point, Organic cold-pressed groundnut oil is best suitable for seasoning, cooking, deep-frying, grilling, and baking.

Organic Cold Pressed Sunflower Oil

Sunflower, as a plant, is native to North America. It is believed, even before corn, that sunflowers were domesticated crops by Native Americans. Sunflower oil is a non-volatile oil pressed from the seeds of the sunflower. The use of sunflower oil first started in Russia in 1829. The first sunflower crushing plant was built in 1946 by Canadian farmers.

Organic cold-pressed sunflower oil is considered a healthy oil loaded with unsaturated fats that may benefit heart health. The high presence of Omega-6 & Omega-9 helps strengthen tissues and provides energy to the body. Organic cold-pressed sunflower oil contains a fat-soluble nutrient that protects the cell from damage & helps in reducing bad cholesterol. Being a good source of Vitamin E, Vitamin K & antioxidants promotes skin health & apt for oil pulling.

With a high smoke point & nutty flavour, organic cold-pressed sunflower oil is considered ideal for cooking, sautéing, stir-frying, deep-frying and baking. The goodness of essential nutrients makes organic sunflower oil a healthier choice for daily consumption. It is also appreciated as a great daily supplement for overall health benefits.

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

By 6000 BC, olive oil came into use, as the archaeological findings suggest. Early in the 7th century BC, the cosmetic use of olive oil started. It is said that choosing an Extra virgin olive oil can be similar to selecting a wine.

Extra Virgin Olive oil mainly consists of monounsaturated fat (MUFA) and Saturated fat. A great source of antioxidants helps fight inflammation, controls LDL (bad) cholesterol, and protects against heart disease.

Extra Virgin Olive oil is an excellent source of Vitamin E & Vitamin K. It helps improve bone health and prevent blood clotting. This Oil is incredibly beneficial in Type 2 diabetic conditions and skin & hair care.

The numerous use of Extra Virgin Olive oil is not limited to Medicines, Skin Care or Cosmetics preparation only. Olive oil has been a common ingredient in Mediterranean cuisines, ancient Greek and Roman cuisines from ancient times. The solid olive flavour & smoke point make it apt for stir-frying, sautéing, salad dressings, marinades, and finishing oil.