From time immemorial, several cultures have been using essential oils in their diet with a view to keeping them healthy. For instance, use of essential oils, especially olive oil, is extensive the Mediterranean Diet and Atkins Diet.
These days we consume a lot of foods rich in fats and cholesterol content, which are detrimental to our body. While we do require certain fats, cholesterol is not only unnecessary but harmful. Our liver makes enough cholesterol and, hence, we need to burn as much of it as possible to remain healthy and maintain an optimum health.
On the other hand, our body requires essential oils, also known as essential fatty acids or omega oils. They are members of the "polyunsaturated" family and are vital elements of our cell membranes. They are necessary to maintain the health of our skin, boost the immune system and ensure optimal functioning of our brain and nerves.
Our body possesses the aptitude to produce several vital oils from these essential oils - especially, polyunsaturated ones like EPA and DHA. So when you incorporate these into your diet, it helps the body to preserve the essential oils produced by it and use them whenever there is an emergency. Moreover, some people's bodies are unable to produce EPA and/ or DHA and it is more important for them to incorporate essential oils in their diet, Steel Pillow reports.
Essential oils are obtained from the plant as well as animal sources. For instance, oils extracted from some seed and fishes are very potent and help in lessening inflammation as well as blood clotting. Omega-3 fatty acids from deep or cold ocean fish help to lessen blood clotting and reduce the chances of developing heart disease.
Similarly, Borage seed oil encloses elevated levels of 'omega-6' fatty acids, which are effective for reducing skin and lung inflammations as well as alleviating pain and inflammation caused due to autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. The essential oil evening primrose is also rich in omega-6 fatty acids and is said to be useful in treating problems related to women, for instance, menstrual cramps, irregular menstruation and vaginal inflammation during menopause, according to View Zone.
Therefore, the best way to change your diet with a view to reducing the chances of developing heart disease and derive the benefits of essential fatty acids is to shun all types of saturated fats as much as you can. Whenever possible you need to substitute saturated fats by using olive oil, apple butter and other essential oils. Also, eat lots of vegetables and fruits, in addition to cold water fish like cod, halibut, salmon and tuna as much possible. All these are loaded with essential fatty acids and essential oils that are beneficial for your overall health.
