Do you know the Argan Oil and its many virtues? It is one of the most precious oil since it can be found only in Morocco. It is the case since the Argan tree, can only grow in certain regions of beautiful Morocco, and the oil is extracted from the green nuts which are harvested for this only purpose.
The oil has several culinary uses and has a nice smell and taste of hazelnut. It is a very good bind in sauces, and it goes very well fish, sweet potatoes, salads, goat's cheese, soups and even desserts.
However, its many uses overpass largely its culinary uses.
To the contrary of many other oils, Argan oil contains natural sterols in addition to oleic acids which is very beneficial to those suffering from cholesterol problems. Also, it contains a mix of tocopherols (vitamin E) which are great antioxidants, and which protect the heart and reproductive organs. Natural sterols help in blocking the absorption of cholesterol in the intestines. Natural sterols are well documented for cancer prevention, and, last but not least, Argan oil increases greatly the concentration of the digestive enzyme pepsin, which helps in the digestive process.
Argan oil contains several quality fatty acids which are converted in 3 different types of prostaglandins, which in turn are very beneficial for numerous bodily functions including a variety of anti-inflammatory properties. The prostaglandins are also a great aid for those who suffer from cardio-vascular issues.
The Argan oil is also a great anti-acne remedy, inasmuch it is ideal for treating skin lesions due to illnesses, such as marks, stretch-marks from pregnancy, scars and even red dots from chicken pox. Argan oil has always been used in cosmetics for its anti-ageing properties and since it is packed with vitamin E. It prevents from muscular degeneration and it is great for massages as it blends well with other oil carriers and essential oils.
It enables to diminish stretch-marks, prevents hair-loss when applied in very small quantities after shampoo, or in scalp masks prior to shampoo. It does marvel to the skin, and can be used as a serum under a beauty cream and added to hydrating masks and body lotions equally. It has high tolerance even for those who suffer rashes and other allergies. In most cases, it will even help the healing processes of the skin naturally and greatly.
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