19 Sep, 2007
Sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) a small shrub that grows in the mountainous regions of China and Russia is credited with possessing numerous health-giving properties.
For example, the golden-orange berries it produces are a rich source of vitamins and nutrients including vitamins C and E, folic acid, beta carotene, lycopene and zeaxanthin, which can help protect against chronic diseases like cancer and heart disease.
Oil from the plant is also packed full of health-boosting substances such as oleic, palmitoleic, palmitic and linoleic acid. They are all renowned for promoting skin healing and alleviating a variety of skin conditions such as eczema. The ingredients in the oil also have the ability to protect the skin against harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun.