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Perilla seed oil is obtained via the roasting of the seeds of the Perilla frutescens plant.This plant is perennial and is native to Asia, being long used in traditional Chinese medicine to increase perspiration and provide relief from nausea.It is today widely used for cooking as it contains a variety of nutritional compounds that will benefit the body. It is also popularly used in Korean cuisines as an ingredient in salad dressings and is presently extracted for the variety of health benefits it may offer to the human body.
1. Promotes Healthy Skin
Perilla seed oil is rich in antioxidants that help the body to remove excess free radicals that can destroy the body’s cells and tissues, helping protect the skin from damage.When applied topically, after mixing with a suitable carrier oil,the Perilla seed oil can effectively get rid of acne,eczema,allergic reactions as well as minimizing the appearance of large pores,wrinkles and dark spots.It may also act to strengthen the skin and prevent unnecessary moisture loss from it.
2. Treats Hair And Scalp Problems
As an individual ages,the hair begins to grow thin and fragile and may even fall out since the hair follicles are now weak and unable to sustain the growth phase of hair. With the regular use of the Perilla seed oil, the hair follicles are activated,and may help to restart the growth of new hair. This oil may also be effective in treating itchy scalp, and allows easy passage of nutrients in order to enhance growth of hair.
3. Prevents Cancerous Cell Growth
Perilla seed oil possesses anticancer properties which assist in it effectively destroying the cells that rapidly divide to cause cancer.This property of Perilla seed oil is mainly due to its high antioxidant content that is able to prevent the action of oxidative stress on healthy cells, causing which causes them to become cancerous in the first place.It shows particular promise in helping to prevent the development of colon cancer, and causing apoptosis of small polyps that carry the potential to become cancerous.
4. Promotes Normal Respiratory Health
The cells of the body require oxygen continuously to survive and it is the function of the lungs to allow oxygen to reach these cells and remove carbon dioxide. Perilla seed oil improves the functions of the lungs and it may also be effective in the management and treatment of asthma.It may act by suppressing the production of substances that cause the respiratory system to function poorly, such as excess mucus and inflammatory mediators.Perilla seed oil can be used effectively as an inhalational agent to relieve congestion in the lungs and promote easier breathing.
5. Promotes Healthy Heart
It is important to take care of the heart since it is critically involved in our circulation; the process which helps to carry oxygen and nutrients to all parts of the body. A malfunctioning heart will have an adverse effect on normal circulation and give rise to a variety of severe health complications.Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in most parts of the world thus,it is important to reduce the risk of heart disease by making simple changes in lifestyle and using available naturally derived oils like the Perilla seed oil.This essential oil contains numerous constituents that work together to reduce the cholesterol levels, offering a form of protection to the heart and minimizing the chances of developing atherosclerotic disease.Its circulatory boosting properties also help keep blood flowing the way it was meant to, preserving cellular health.
6. Elevates Mood
Depression is very common,and often flies under the radar, but can become severe and affect daily life if left unchecked.Fortunately, there are natural remedies that can treat depression and anxiety,such as Perilla seed oil. Some of the constituents of the Perilla seed oil have been shown to be able to offer an elevation of mood and reduce feelings of depression and anxiety.Perilla seed oil may also be able to directly affect the nervous system and initiate calmness and happiness without causing negative side effects experienced with the use of synthetic medication such as prescription SSRIs.
7. Provides Relief For Digestive System Disorders
The stomach is important for chemical breakdown of food and in delivering its content to the small intestine. Along the journey, changes are high that something can go wrong. This can range from stomach ulceration, to chronic inflammatory disease of the intestine,such as that associated with Crohn’s disease.Perilla seed oil can reduce the severity of discomfort associated with these conditions, helping to reinforce the integrity of these mucosal cell linings.