Ideal fatty acid balance! 【Camerina oil】
\\ This article is recommended as follows //
- Looking for healthy oli
- Want to take Omega 3, Omega 6 and Omega 9 in a well-balanced
- Want to know the recommended camelina oil
Contents
What is Camelina oil
Oil from the seeds of Brassicaceae camelina sativa.
Camerina oil has fatty acids omega 3, omega 6, omega 9 = 2 : 1 : 2
the feature is that it is included in the ratio of and the balance is insanely good! Moreover, because it is rich in vitamin E and has antioxidant power, it is a slightly special oil that can be heated even though it contains a lot of omega 3!
In other words, camelina oil is a really nice oil that is like a combination of olive oil, which is rich in oleic acid, and flaxseed oil, which is rich in α-linolene!
| Main fatty acids | α-linolenic acid |
|---|---|
| Cooking | Heating for a short time is OK |
| Storage method | Dark and cool place |
| Taste / Aroma / Texture | Blueness like asparagus, scent like nuts |
| Fat-soluble vitamins | VitaminE |
| Phytochemicals | β-carotene |
Effect of Camelina oil
Prevents arteriosclerosis and dementia!
It contains omega-9 eicosenoic acid, which is rare in vegetable oils, and helps to improve dyslipidemia. It is also effective in preventing dementia.
Increased detoxification with lecithin!
Lecithin has a function to improve liver function, so it is recommended for people who often take medicines and alcohol and who tend to get tired of the liver.
Smooth your blood with Omega 9!
Oleic acid of Omega 9 has the function of reducing LDL-cholesterol and maintaining HDL-cholesterol, so it is effective in maintaining the balance of blood cholesterol level and preventing or improving lifestyle-related diseases
Anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic effects with omega 3!
Omega 3 α-linolenic acid has anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic effects, so it is recommended for people who are prone to hay fever and skin inflammation and allergic reactions.
Antioxidant action with Vitamin E and phytochemicals!
There are Vitamin E tocopherol, β-carotene and phytosterols (plant sterols), rich in camelina oil, which works to remove active oxygen in the body. Because there is, it is also effective for anti-aging!
How to use Camelina oil
・For making dressing or mayonnaise
Camelina oil, which contains the natural emulsifier lecithin, is perfect for making dressings and mayonnaise!
If you feel that the taste of camelina oil is strong, it is recommended to mix it with oil such as rice oil or rapeseed oil.
・For everyday cooking
It is not suitable for cooking that keeps high temperature for a long time such as deep fried food, but camelina oil, which has a high content of omega 9 and has antioxidant properties, can be cooked!
Recommended camelina oil
【Organic Extra Virgin Camelina Oil】
Camelina oil from France that has received three organic certifications: EU organic certification, French AB mark, and organic JAS certification. It is cold pressed, unrefined and high quality oil!
【Canadian camelina oil】
Extra virgin camelina oil that is cold pressed and squeezed from 100% non-GMO camelina sativa seeds grown in Canada's wilderness.
Note of Camelina oil
It's a convenient oil that is rich in omega 3 and can be heated, but it has a bluish flavor like lettuce and broccoli, so if you're worried about the taste, try a smaller size.
Regarding the storage method after opening the oil, it is generally recommended to store omega 3 oil in a refrigerator, but since camelina oil has strong antioxidant power, it should be stored in a cool and dark place like olive oil. Please use up in 1-2 months!
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