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![Safflower]() | Safflower | Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius)
Safflower is produced by cold expression of the seed and is a pale to rusty yellow colour with a similar composition to sunflower oil. The use of safflower oil can aid prevention of chronic degenerative diseases, cholesterol from hardening and normalizes metabolism. The oil is also beneficial to diabetics, people suffering from angina and circulatory problems, bronchial asthma and nephrosis. Safflower is also known to have diuretic properties and is good for eczema and dry skin. The oil should be kept in a cool, dark, airtight place. | | |
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