Sea Buckthorn, (Hippophae L.) ID: 214-52

Hippophae rhamnoides , which is a deciduous shrub found throughout Europe, Mongolia and parts of China. Its branches are stiff and thorny, while its leaves have a long, slender, silver color. However, the fruits of the sea buckthorn are small, orange in color and exist only in female plants.

According to historical records, in the time of Alexander the Great they were used as food for the army and as a tonic for wounded people and animals. However, there are reports of the use of sea buckthorn in both Chinese medicine and Ayurvedic practices.

Taking sea buckthorn can have significant cardiovascular benefits, which is attributed to the flavonoids it contains. Studies have shown that taking sea buckthorn reduces platelet aggregation in healthy individuals, thus preventing atherosclerosis, while it has been shown to improve cardiovascular function in people with ischemic heart disease.

Taking sea buckthorn helps reduce the severity of the symptoms of atopic dermatitis (eczema). Other studies have shown that topical use of sea buckthorn oil protects the skin against UV radiation, while helping to heal burns faster, reduce swelling and relieve pain.

Helps to protect the gastrointestinal tract, reduce reductions and reflux and especially to protect and prevent ulcers. Its action is due to the reduction of stomach acidity, its anti-inflammatory properties, as well as its ability to reduce gastric emptying time.

Taking sea buckthorn can also reduce the chances of gastrointestinal tract infection.

Due to its fiber content, many studies have shown that it delays the increase in blood glucose levels and reduces the need for insulin, thus improving the glycemic response and glycemic control even in people with diabetes. / p>

Studies have shown that drinking juice with sea buckthorn can reduce the incidence and growth of tumors. In addition, some preliminary studies have shown that sea buckthorn oil protects cells and DNA from the toxicity of chemotherapy and radiation, mainly due to the flavonoids it contains.

Studies have shown that thanks to its rich composition in fatty acids, antioxidants, carotenoids and vitamin E, sea buckthorn oil can reduce eye inflammation and improve dry eyes, especially in cold seasons.

As a rich source of vitamin C and vitamin E, it offers strong antioxidant protection.

How to use: raw food.

Nutritional data (per 100c)

Energy: 1732 kj
Calories: 414 kcal
Fat: 30.5g
of which saturated /
of which saturates: 1.8g
Carbohydrates: 22.4g
of which sugars /
of which sugars: 1.9g
Proteins: 6g