Safflower Oil

Benefits of Cold Pressed Oils

The amazing benefit of cold pressed oil is that the oil does not heated. Hence the vitamins and minerals are retained. The traditional pestle in the center revolves at a speed of 14 rotations per minute. This is to ensure that oil is not heated and no nutrients is lost.

-The main advantage of cold pressed oil or chekku oil is that it has better nutritional benefits as the nutrients do not get destroyed by heat
-Cold pressed groundnut oil retains natural anti-oxidants like phytosterol and tocopherol.
-Cold pressed sesame oil retains liganens, anti-oxidants and polyphenols which act as cholesterol lowering agents and prevents cholesterol.
-Cold pressed coconut oil has medium fatty acids that are easily digestible and for people with liver problems, help in getting quick energy.
-Cold pressed oils retain all their flavour, aroma, and nutritional value, making these oils great for cooking and skin care requirements. They contain zero grams of trans fatty acids and are naturally cholesterol-free.
-Cold pressed oils are cholesterol free.
-Cold pressed oils are not refined, deodorized or processed in any way.
-Cold pressed oils do not contain harmful solvent residues.
-Cold Pressed Oils contain no added chemicals or preservatives.
-Cold pressed oils contain natural antioxidants such as tocopherols (e.g. Vitamin E) and phosphatides (e.g. Lecithin).
-The natural flavour and odour is retained, enhancing your favourite recipes.

Cold Pressed Safflower Oil

Cold Pressed safflower oil is manufactured by the old traditional method by using chekku. These Oils contain all the original nutrition and flavour. It has the highest smoking point, is its best suited for deep frying and cooking. Safflower is also known as American saffron, belong to the sunflower family. The oil is extracted from the seeds of the plant and has a bland, slightly nutty flavour. Among the natural vegetables, it is one of the least expensive and also has the highest percentage of unsaturated fatty acid.

Natural N Healthy Golden Drop is a brand committed to produce high quality foods and cooking oils. All our oils are cold processed using traditional mills. This product is manufactured through bull driven wood press process. No high temperature is given or generates while manufacturing in this process Thus the qualities of the ingredients remain intact. Cold pressed oils retain all their flavour, aroma, and nutritional value, making these oils great for cooking and skin care requirements.

Types of Safflower Oil

The safflower plant (Carthamus Tinctorius) is an annual that is related to the sunflower. It resembles a thistle in that they develop petals in a yellow/orange color which eventually drop, exposing the safflower seeds. The seeds are then removed and either left as they are or treated. Both are then dried and then sent to various processing plants for pressing and distribution. The untreated seeds have a bitter taste and a somewhat dry quality so they are pressed into oil and then used as an oil in commercial production of products like soap and linoleum floor tile. The treated seeds are pressed into oil where they are then classified into two types that are both used in cooking; monounsaturated and polyunsaturated oil.

The monounsaturated safflower oil is commonly used as cooking oil that is suitable for high temperatures; such as use in a deep fryer. The monounsaturated oil is shelf-stable and can be stored in a cool, dark, and dry place. The monounsaturated oils are often advertised for their durability in cooking at high temperatures.

The polyunsaturated safflower oil is high in linoleic acid and is used as cold oil such as mixed into salad dressings. The polyunsaturated oil is not shelf stable and must be kept in the refrigerator or in a cool location. Polyunsaturated safflower oils cannot be used in cooking as they will become rancid. Many bottles will specify what type of safflower oil it contains so there is no confusion.