Onion Seed Oil is a traditional herbal oil commonly associated with Nigella sativa, a small flowering plant whose seeds are also known as black seed, black cumin, or kalonji. Despite the name, this oil is not the same as oil extracted from the seeds of the ordinary bulb onion. Nigella sativa seed oil has been … Read more
Calendula oil is a botanical oil preparation made by infusing calendula flowers, usually Calendula officinalis, in a carrier oil. It is widely used in skincare and traditional herbal preparations because calendula contains naturally occurring compounds such as flavonoids, triterpenoids, carotenoids, and essential oils. Calendula has a long history of traditional topical use. The European Medicines … Read more
Papaya is widely enjoyed for its sweet, tropical fruit, but its seeds also contain valuable natural oils. Papaya seed oil, extracted from the seeds of Carica papaya, is a plant-based oil rich in fatty acids, particularly oleic acid. Research has found that papaya seed oil generally contains a high proportion of unsaturated fatty acids, with … Read more
Borage seed oil is a plant-based oil best known for its high concentration of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), an omega-6 fatty acid. It is commonly sold as softgels or liquid oil and is often promoted for skin health, inflammation, joint comfort, and other wellness purposes. However, borage seed oil deserves some caution because the quality of … Read more
Black currant seed oil is a nutrient-rich plant oil made by pressing or extracting the tiny seeds of the black currant berry, scientifically known as Ribes nigrum. Unlike black currant juice or fruit extract, the seed oil is especially valued for its fatty-acid profile, including gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), and linoleic acid. Because … Read more
Squid oil is a marine-derived oil that is gaining attention as a source of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids, particularly EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). Unlike traditional fish oil, squid oil is obtained from squid tissues and may contain omega-3 fatty acids in phospholipid and triglyceride forms, depending on the product and extraction method. … Read more
Tuna oil is a marine oil obtained from tuna tissues and processing by-products. It is valued mainly for its long-chain omega-3 fatty acids, particularly EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). Research on tuna-derived oils shows that their EPA and DHA concentrations can vary substantially depending on the tuna species, tissue used, extraction method, and … Read more
Green-lipped mussel oil is a marine-derived oil made from the New Zealand green-lipped mussel, scientifically known as Perna canaliculus. It has attracted attention because it contains several long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids, including omega-3 fatty acids, as well as other lipid compounds. Unlike conventional fish oil, green-lipped mussel oil has a distinctive fatty-acid profile. Research has … Read more
Salmon oil is a nutrient-rich oil obtained from salmon and is best known for providing the long-chain omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA. These fats are important components of cell membranes and are involved in several processes throughout the body. Salmon oil is available as liquid oil, softgel capsules, and as an ingredient in some … Read more
Krill oil has become a popular source of omega-3 fatty acids, particularly among people looking for an alternative to traditional fish oil supplements. It is extracted from tiny marine crustaceans called Antarctic krill and naturally provides the omega-3 fats EPA and DHA. Krill oil also contains phospholipids and the antioxidant pigment astaxanthin. Like fish oil, … Read more