From the kernels of argan trees, oil is produced and this is called as argan oil. This tree is also known as Argania Spinosa L. It must be noted that argan tree is endemic to Morocco. For many centuries, the oil has been used as a cosmetic. Point is that the argan oil has got excellent therapeutic properties of huge botanical and bio-ecological value.
Argan oil intake is beneficial for us in these ways
Protects our heart:
The cholesterol levels in the body get balanced by argan oil. It is believed that by the intake of argan oil our bad cholesterol levels get lowered and increases HDL cholesterol levels. By this, we would not get issues like atherosclerosis, heart attacks, strokes etc
Good for skin:
It is revealed that argan oil could boost skin hydration. Our skin would get brightened and would be free from wrinkles, pimples etc. Truth is that the presence of vitamin E in argan oil would prevent any damage due to oxidative stress to the skin.
Good for digestion:
By intake of argan oil, the pepsin levels in us increases and it would boost gastric juices and help in good digestion.
Prevents cancer:
Argan oil has got compounds like saponins, antioxidants etc in it. It is believed that the anti-proliferative properties of argan oil (due to these compounds) would inhibit the growth of cancerous cells and would prevent cancer.
Prevents Alzheimers disease:
The presence of compounds like oleic acid, linoleic acid etc in argan oil would prevent the loss of cells and improve their growth. Alzheimer’s disease would be avoided in us. It is known that neurodegenerative disease is mainly due to 7KC induced oxidative stress leading to inflammation and cell death etc
Good for liver health:
The health of the liver gets boosted due to the intake of argan oil with vitamin E. Inflammation related damage to the liver is prevented due to the anti-inflammatory properties of argan oil.
Heals wounds quickly:
Our wounds would heal faster with argan oil and further skin infections can be prevented. Both tropical application of argan oil as well as or intake of this oil would be highly beneficial.