ORGANIC Sunflower Seed Oil

Ölmühle Sollings Virgin Sunflower Oil is made from organically grown, hulled sunflower seeds by gentle cold pressing. This preserves the essential fatty acids, vitamins and phytonutrients in the best possible form. The pale, yellow oil has a mild taste and is rich in monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids and vitamin E (around 48mg per 100g). Our organic sunflower oil is vegan, lactose-free, gluten-free and GMO-free.

Due to its mild and pleasant taste, sunflower oil can be used in a variety of ways in both hot and cold dishes. Sunflower oil is not suitable for frying due to its high polyunsaturated fatty acid content. We recommend that it is only used for brief frying.

History and origin

Sunflower oil has been used in North America for thousands of years. Legend has it that the sunflower plant was brought to Europe by Spanish explorers in the 17th century and has since spread rapidly. Its seeds have been used to press edible oil since the 19th century. Outside Europe, sunflowers are grown mainly in China, the USA, Russia and Argentina. Sunflower oil is the most widely used vegetable oil in the world after palm, soya and rapeseed.

Oil-pulling with sunflower oil

Oil pulling is an alternative Ayurvedic medical method that involves rinsing the mouth with pure vegetable oils. Oil pulling, also known as oil cure or oil chewing, is used to clean the teeth and tongue. It is used to remove toxins and improve oral hygiene, as well as to eliminate bacteria and other pathogens from the oral cavity and therefore from the body. Oil pulling is becoming increasingly popular in Germany. Many swear by the fact that oil pulling not only makes your mouth feel better, but also helps to improve your overall health.

Extra virgin sunflower oil from Ölmühle Solling is ideal for oil pulling. Once a day, swirl two teaspoons of the oil around your mouth for 10 to 20 minutes and pull it between your teeth. The sunflower oil must then be spat out as it absorbs the toxins from the mouth. At the end of the treatment, the mouth can be rinsed with water. In addition to sunflower oil, coconut oil, olive oil, sesame oil, black cumin oil and other virgin edible oils are also suitable for oil pulling.

Sunflower oil shows its versatility in both hot and cold dishes. For example, sunflower oil is ideal for making mayonnaise, dips, marinades or remoulade, or for quick sautéing. Its mild and nutty flavour can be used to enhance all types of salads. In addition to its use as an edible oil, sunflower oil is ideal for oil extraction.

For steaming, dressings, dips and marinades.

Botanical name: Helianthus Annuus