Below are the benefits of sunflower oil:
1) It has antioxidants
2) It has anti-inflammatory properties
3) It has anti-diabetic properties: regular intake to this oil reduces the sugar level in Type-2 diabetes.
4) Sunflower oil has anti-inflammatory properties that might potentially prevent chronic inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and bronchial asthma.
5) Sunflower oil may contain high levels of vitamin E, phytosterols, and linoleic acid which may benefit brain-related conditions. It also contains choline that might have the potential to lower anxiety, stress, and depression, and may enhance memory.
6) Sunflower contains omega-6 fatty acids that might aid in improving skin condition and delay ageing.
7) Sunflower oil contains MUFA and PUFA, which may be excellent for heart and heart-related diseases.3 The presence of lignan and phenolic acids may help in preventing heart diseases
Uses:
Can be used in baking, dal, gravies, curries, soups, etc.