COCONUT Ward off Wrinkles Lose Weight Increase Tyroid Production Regulate Hormones Lower Cholesterol Stabilize Glucose Level Build Cells Improve Digestion Fig . : Health benefits of coconut Fig . : Almonds ACTIVITY - List some commonly used nuts world wide. .
. . . Nuts and oilseeds as source of antioxidants .
Groundnuts are rich in the antioxidant flavonol. . Sesame seeds contain sesamol which has superior oxidative stability. .
Mustard possess strong antioxidant activity. - - Nuts oil seeds and Sugar It is composed mainly of poly unsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs ) and low on saturated fat. . .
Castor Seeds Castor seeds are used for making castor oil which is mostly used for beauty care purpose like hair care, skin care and other health benefits. Castor oil has a little higher viscosity so it is stickier than other types of oil. . Oil seeds and their importance Oil is extracted from a range of oilseeds, fruits, nuts and seed kernels.
However, not all oil bearing seeds and nuts contain edible oil. Some contain poisons or unpleasant flavours and are only used as thinner in paints. A variety of vegetable oils are used for household cooking, and also as an ingredient for other food products such as baked items and snacks. Many oilseeds like mustard, corn, sunflower, sesame, palm and olive seeds are used everyday in various parts of our country for cooking purpose.
. . Mustard Seeds Mustard seeds are used for making mustard oil which is widely used for cooking in India. Mustard oil is a great oil substitute for traditional cooking oil as it is often used as a stimulant to help digestion and circulation.
Fig . : Mustard Due to its antibacterial properties, this oil can help protect the skin. It can also prevent cold, cough and skin problems. .
. Corn Oil Corn oil is a healthy edible oil. Fig . : Castor Seeds Fig .
: Corn Oil . . Sunflower Seeds Sunflower seeds are used for making sunflower oil which is widely used in cooking.