
Black Currant Seed Oil
Black Currant Seed Oil is obtained from the seeds of the black currant (Ribes nigrum). The black currant bush belongs to the gooseberry family (Grossulariaceae). It was originally widespread in European-Asian forests, but now mainly grows in Central Europe.
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Anti-inflammatory
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High content of ALA and GLA
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High in natural vitamin E
This product has the following features:
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Especially high in alpha-linolenic acid (ALA, omega-3, C18:3) and gamma-linolenic acid (GLA, omega-6, C18:3)
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Contains the polyunsaturated fatty acid linoleic acid (omega-6, C18:2)
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Contains anti-inflammatory stearidonic acid (omega-3,C18:4))
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High in natural vitamin E
Foods
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Suitable for use as a nutritional supplement
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Contributes to the maintenance of a normal blood cholesterol level
Cosmetics
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Has an anti-inflammatory effect because it contains rare stearidonic acid (omega-3, C18:4)
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Especially well suited for dry, mature, sensitive and blemished skin
Pharmaceuticals
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Because it is high in gamma-linolenic acid (omega-6, C18:3), it is ideal for treating eczema and irritated skin.
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Can reduce inflammatory cytokines and have a positive effect on rheumatoid arthritis
Animal nutrition & care
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Used in animal nutrition because of its health-promoting properties