The walnut oil contains about 75 % polyunsaturated fatty acids omega-3 and omega-6 that are not produced by the body, but vitally necessary, and therefore must get from food. And the ratio of these acids of 1:4 which is ideal for a person. In addition, walnut oil has the highest of all oils vitamin F. Vitamin F is the name of several fatty acids: linoleic, linolenic and arachidonic. These acids protects cells from damage by harmful substances, antitumor effect.
Part of walnut oil, vitamin C rids the body of accumulated toxins, regulates blood sugar, helps to absorb calcium and ensures its interaction with vitamin D.
Vitamins A and E, and carotenoids, which are members of the walnut oil, protect the body from radiation exposure and prevent the development of cancer.
Due to the content of vitamin C and the minerals zinc and copper, has an antioxidant effect, walnut oil strengthens the walls of blood vessels, than prevents the development of diseases such as atherosclerosis, hypertension, ischemia, hepatitis, diabetes mellitus, arthritis.
In addition, the composition of walnut oil is composed of minerals and microelements: iodine, calcium, iron, phosphorus, cobalt, selenium, magnesium, and coenzyme Q10 — a useful cellular component that is involved in energy production. It protects the body from free radicals, participates in cell regeneration and slows down the natural aging process.
Contraindications: maslo walnut hypoallergenic. However, about taking it during pregnancy, you should consult your doctor. In addition, you should not take walnut oil in exacerbations of peptic ulcer of stomach and duodenum, erosive gastritis and reduced gastric acidity.