SEA BUCKTHORN
Sea Buckthorn has been used for thousands of years as a
natural remedy against various ailments.
Sometimes referred to as the Holy Fruit of the Himalayas,
Sea Buckthorn is extracted from the berries, leaves and seeds of the Sea Buckthorn
plant (Hippophae rhamnoides), which is a small shrub that grows at
high altitudes in the northwest Himalayan region.
The
Berries of the Sea Buckthorn, also known as the Sea Berries, are
enriched with Bioactive components namely, Vitamins, Phenolic compounds, Phytosterols,
and Unsaturated Fatty Acids.
Benefits of Sea
Buckthorn:
Rich in Many Nutrients
Sea Buckthorn is rich
in various vitamins and minerals, as well as antioxidants and other plant
compounds potentially beneficial to your health.
Promotes Heart Health
Sea Buckthorn help aids
your heart by reducing blood pressure, improving blood cholesterol levels and
protecting against blood clots.
Protects Against Diabetes
Sea Buckthorn helps
improve insulin secretion and insulin sensitivity, both of which could protect
against type 2 diabetes
Protects Skin
Sea
Buckthorn contains saturated fatty acids such as palmitic and stearic acids
that impart rigidity, firmness, and smoothness to the skin and also
strengthens skin protection. The lipids also aid in cell renewal and regeneration,
reducing inflammation, skin elasticity, slows aging and provides protection. It
also helps to treat bed sores, burns, frost bites and skin
damage occurring due to sun or x-rays exposure.
Boosts Immune System
Sea Buckthorn is rich
in beneficial plant compounds such as flavonoids and antioxidants, which help
your body fight infections.
Support a Healthy Liver
Sea
Buckthorn contains healthy fats, vitamin E and carotenoids, all of which
safeguard liver cells from damage.
Help Fight Cancer Cells
Sea
Buckthorn is rich in quercetin, a flavonoid which appears to help kill cancer
cells.
Reduce Symptoms
of Depression - The alpha and gamma-linolenic acids
exhibit antidepressant effects and plays an important role in brain
functions and the central nervous system.
Hair
Health - Sea Buckthorn contains lecithin that helps in the
removal of excess sebum from the hair. It is being used in hair care products
such as shampoo and conditioner, as it helps in strengthening, recovering
damaged hair, restores elasticity, and prevents hair loss.
Other
Benefits:
· Treat stomach or intestinal problems
· Improve blood pressure or blood cholesterol
· Treat obesity
· Improve symptoms of cirrhosis
· Improve eyesight or dry eyes
· Treat respiratory problems such as asthma, colds and pneumonia
· Improve Digestion
· Reduce Symptoms of Menopause
· Lowers Joint Inflammation
Sea Buckthorn has been used for thousands of years as a natural remedy against various ailments. Sometimes referred to as the Holy Fruit of the Himalayas,