Omega 7, or otherwise known as Palmitoleic acid, are a class of unsaturated fatty acids. They’re rare in the plant kingdom and even scarcer in the animal world. The richest source of this incredible fatty acid is sea buckthorn berry oils. It has the highest Omega-7 potency of any known natural source.
Uses
- Used as an important dietary supplement.
Benefits
- Hair, Skin and Nails: Shiny hair, glowing skin, and healthy nails are common results of sea buckthorn oil intake with its heavy Omega-7 concentration. Sea buckthorn is commonly seen in health food stores as an addition to skincare, haircare, and other personal care products.It’s also commonly recommended to help fight premature aging symptoms such as wrinkles, dryness, loss of elasticity, and other signs of aging.
- Cardiovascular Health: Recently Omega-7 has been on the radar for it’s benefits to cardiovascular health. Omega-7 has shown promise for maintaining healthy cholesterol levels and blood sugar levels.
- There was a recorded decrease in cholesterol and triglycerides for rats given Omega-7 in a 16-week study. Outside of managing cholesterol levels, Omega-7 is thought to help smooth artery passage which helps artery walls stay strong.
- Gastrointestinal Tract: Omega-7 is known for nourishing and lubricating the mucous membranes so they can function at their full capacity. This is likely the reason sea buckthorn can help with so many gastrointestinal issues such as acidity and ulcers. The GI tract can benefit from omega-7 because of the ability to improve cell membrane recovery and support a healthy inflammation response. Verified studies have shown that Horses who are fed sea buckthorn suffer fewer ulcers and recover faster than those who don’t. Even Dr. Oz mentioned omega-7’s ability to help with constipation since it lubricates the bowel tract.
- Dryness: Omega-7 is a fatty acid with tremendous benefits for dryness. Externally it provides the nourishment and moisture needed to repel harsh conditions, chapped and cracked skin. Internally, it aids the body’s lubrication channels from the inside out such as the hair, skin, and nails.
- Recent studies have shown Omega-7 to benefit those suffering from dry eye conditions since it nourishes and moisturizes the mucous membranes. Women with post-menopausal vaginal dryness have also experienced success taking sea buckthorn internally for it’s mucous membrane nourishing Omega 7.
Cautions
n/a
Interactions
Unknown. Please consult with your doctor.
Other names
- Palmitoleic acid
References
Source: Seabuckwonders, http://www.seabuckwonders.com/education/omega-7-health-benefits/