Almonds are one of the most nutritious of all nuts. They are rich in vitamins and minerals that help support a healthy heart. Almond Oil, especially with its vitamin E is also widely used as a skin conditioning agent due to its penetrating, smoothing and softening properties. Almond shell powder can be used as an exfoliant for the skin.
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Apples are a rich source of antioxidant compounds and fibre helping to support healthy digestive function and rid the body of toxins. The nutritional composition of apple products lack fat, cholesterol and sodium which are just a few of the many reasons apple products are an important part of a healthy dietary regimen. For cosmetics and personal care, the ingredients derived from Malus domestica are used in the formulation of a wide variety of products including hair conditioners, hand and body lotions, and shampoos.
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Blueberries are well known as one of the superfruits of the world for their high antioxidant properties as they are rich in anthocyanosides, proanthocyanidins, resveratrol, flavonoids and tannins. Blueberries are full of amino acids, vitamins, antioxidants and essential fatty acids, making these berries useful in skin care and food products. Blueberry Seeds are a potent source of tocopherols, carotenoids and natural antioxidants. It is high in essential omega 3 fatty acids, containing a high percentage of alpha linolenic acid.
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Coconuts are a complete food, rich in calories, vitamins and minerals. Coconuts are a great source of fiber, vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. They are loaded with calcium, potassium, and magnesium as well as many electrolytes. One of the prominent fatty acids in Coconuts is lauric acid, which helps the body to maintain healthy blood levels. Coconut Oil is used in a variety of food applications for cooking and baking as well as in numerous cosmeceutical applications to aid with hair shine, skin moisture, and natural softening abilities.
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Lemons hold many nutritional benefits for the body. They work as natural alkalizers, helping to balance the pH of the body and contain high levels of vitamin C and flavanoids which support the body’s immune system. Lemons also help support healthy digestive function. Lemon juice is a useful disinfectant to help with the healing of surface scrapes and cuts.
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Vanilla Extract contains many antioxidant properties. The main chemical component in these beans is vanillin, but they also contain eugenol, caproic acid, phenoles, alcohols, carbonyl compounds, and ester among others. Many of the vitamins present in vanilla beans (including B-6, niacin, riboflavin, and thiamin) help assist with enzyme synthesis, healthy nervous system function and regulating body metabolism. Green Source Organics’ natural Vanilla Extract is available in several concentrations to accommodate any needs for products.
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