As an Omega-6 fatty acid, gamma linolenic acid(abbreviated to GLA (18:3)) is part of sea buckthorn oil fatty acid profile. Many studies were carried out to investigate the benefits of GLA. Oils rich in GLA have positive benefits on skin conditions such as dermatitis and eczema, pre-menstrual syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis and the prevention of heart diseases. In [...]
Linolenic acid(abbreviated to LA (18:2)) is a polyunsaturated omega-6 fatty acid with two double bounds in the 9 and 12 carbons. Together with α-linolenic acid (ALA), LA constitutes the essential fatty acids, which the human body cannot synthesize by itself. LA and ALA are needed for the normal growth and development of children. Linolenic acid is [...]
Alpha-Linolenic Acid or α-linolenic acid (abbreviated to ALA) (18:3) is an unsaturated omega-3 fatty acid composed by 18 carbons and three cis double bonds. It must be acquired through diet because it is an essential fatty acid and it is an isomer of Gamma-linolenic acid (abbreviated to GLA). It is found mostly in seed oil – 20-35% – and even though [...]
Palmitoleic acid (16:1) is an omega-7 monounsaturated fatty acid uncommon within the plant kingdom. Sea buckthorn is one of the few plants that present this fatty acid. Sea buckthorn oil extracted from the pulp and peel contains high levels of palmitoleic acid –up to 42%. On the contrary, sea buckthorn seed oil presents extremely low levels [...]
Because of the high content of polyphenolic compounds and vitamins, seabuckthorn extract has been found as a antimicrobial element, with strong antioxidant activity. Moreover, it has been proved that sea buckthorn seed oil could reduce reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels under oxidative conditions. Many related studies indicate the antioxidant effect of sea buckthorn oil in relation to the oxidative conditions found [...]
Sea buckthorn can be applied in numerous food products. The most popular products include sea buckthorn juices, jams, pwder, wines, pies, soft capsules and tablets. Due to the high acidity, sea buckthorn fruits can be used to make refreshing drinks, while sea buckthorn leaves are used in teas. Due to the high acidity and astringency, sea [...]
Sea buckthorn has been known for its medicinal properties for hundreds of years. Today, it is gaining more attention due to its high nutritional value of bioactive compounds. The health benefits of sea buckthorn berries include anti-inflammatory effects, antimicrobial action, pain relief, boosting of tissue regeneration, and promotion of the immune system, as well as protection [...]
Ripe sea buckthorn berries are yellow, orange, or red. The general composition of a sea buckthorn berry is 68% pulp, 23% seed, and 7.75% skin. Sea buckthorn berries tastes unpleasant due to their high acidity and astringency. Depending on the climate, subspecies, origin, harvest time, and methods of processing, the nutritional composition of sea buckthorn berries [...]
Sea buckthorn is a plant native to China and is found throughout the major moderate zones of the world. This plant can grow under harsh conditions, such as drought, frost and desert. This thorny, dioecious, deciduous shrub with yellow or orange berries belongs to the oleaster family (Elaeagnaceae). Hippophae rhamnoides is divided into nine subspecies based on genetic [...]
Sea buckthorn oil is rich in a unique content of fatty acids. In particular, sea buckthorn oil contains rare palmitooleic acid (omega-7) which is a component of skin lipids and stimulates regenerative processes in the wound and epidermis healing. Seabuckthorn oil activates physiological skin functions and reduces scars. Used orally sea buckthorn oil supports treatment of [...]