Hunza oil Bitter apricot kernel oil - 30 ml

What is Hunza - apricot kernel oil

Hunza is a tribe which inhabits the high areas of the Himalayas, between India and Pakistan. This small community is famous for its robust health due to the specific sort of apricots that the natives grow.

Apricots are a holy fruit for the Hunza tribe. Fruits are harvested in season and are consumed fresh. Part of them is dried for the winter are mixed with snow to make a delicious homemade sorb. The stones are stored, broken and are made a selection of the best apricot kernels. They are also a part of the native tribe diet. Besides raw, local people also consume them as butter. Women cut the apricot kernels in special stone vessels and extract the valuable liquid from them. In local language oil is called „ hani-e-dell“, which means "sundrops".

What is the apricot kernel oil used for

The apricot kernel oil has three main uses - in culinary, in traditional medicine and in natural cosmetics.
It is a perfect addition to every salad and can be used as an oil to cook all kinds of food - from soups to meat and vegetables. As a cosmetic, the oils is used to nourish the face skin and hair. Its benefits are due to the minerals and vitamins in its compound. In Hunza tribe traditional medicine the apricot kernel oil treats pulmonary and heart disease and relieves chronic pain.

Apricot kernel oil in natural cosmetics

Because of its richness of omega fatty acids, the oil has a deep nourishing action for the skin and hair. It can be used instead of night cream (rub gently on washed and well-dry skin).

100% pure apricot kernel extract (hand-pressed)

Minimum daily dose 2 times 10 drops in a non-metallic spoon.

Dietary supplements should not replace balanced and varied food. Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. Keep in a cool, dry place away from children.

Кееп in a well-sealed bottle, away from direct sunlight, at temperatures up to 25 ° C.