Baru oil is produced from the seed of the baru nut, also known as cerrado nut, has health benefits such as helping to control cholesterol, reducing inflammation and combating premature aging.
Due to its benefits and ease of use, it can be consumed together with conventional food or taken as a dietary supplement, but it is also present in cosmetic products for skin and hair.
Thus, regular consumption or use of this oil brings the following health benefits:
- Decrease inflammation in the body, can be rich in omega-3 and omega-3; Decrease bad cholesterol and increase good cholesterol, because it contains antioxidants; Help revitalize and hydrate the skin, as it stimulates cell renewal and contains vitamin E; Improve fertility by containing the mineral zinc; Strengthen nails; Help control weight, as it decreases the accumulation of fat in the abdominal region of the body and favors fat burning; Help prevent anemia, by containing iron; Decrease the symptoms of arthritis, by reducing inflammation in the body.
Baru oil can be found in health food stores, which also contain oil in the form of capsules, which are priced at around 60 reais, and fresh baru nuts, which must be eaten toast.
Beauty products can be found in cosmetics stores and specialty salon products.
How to use
Baru oil can be used in liquid form, being added to prepare meals or as a salad dressing, for example, but it can cause abdominal discomfort and nausea in more sensitive people.
In these cases, preference should be given to oil in capsules, which are usually used from 2 to 4 units per day, or according to the recommendation of the doctor or nutritionist.
Cosmetic products containing baru oil, on the other hand, can be used daily in small amounts to moisturize and protect hair, nails and skin, and it is important not to overdo the use of the product, as it can favor the appearance of wounds on the skin and the skin. scalp. See also how to use coconut flour to lose weight.
Contraindications
Because there are not enough studies of its use, baru oil should not be consumed by pregnant and breastfeeding women, and should be avoided by people with oily scalp or sensitive skin and with spots or wounds, or in cases of psoriasis.
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