ORGANIC Hemp seed oil

Ölmühle Solling's hemp oil is cold-pressed from hemp seeds from certified organic cultivation. The greenish oil has a mild, nutty taste and a very favorable ratio of omega-6 fatty acid (linoleic acid) and omega-3 fatty acid (alpha-linolenic acid) of 3:1.

Hemp oil effect

In total, hemp seed oil consists of over 70 g per 100 g of unsaturated fatty acids. In addition to linoleic and alpha-linolenic acid, it contains around 3 g per 100 g of gamma-linolenic acid, an omega-6 fatty acid that is rare in edible oils. Virgin hemp oil, also known as hemp seed oil, also contains other valuable plant substances such as carotenoids. There are also vitamins such as tocopherols (vitamin E). This high proportion of linoleic acid and alpha-linoleic acid has a positive effect on strengthening cell membranes. Hemp oil is also known as the "queen of edible oils". It has an ideal balance between omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids of 3:1.

Origin and history

Hemp, with its distinctive leaves, is one of the oldest cultivated plants in the world and originally comes from Central Asia and was cultivated in Europe soon after its discovery. The active ingredient tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) has made hemp famous as a narcotic but also as a medicinal plant. Today, numerous varieties with a low THC content are cultivated, from which valuable foodstuffs are produced. In Europe in particular, there are numerous varieties that are virtually free of THC.

Hemp seed oil in the kitchen

Hemp oil can be enjoyed pure by the spoonful or used for dressings, dips and marinades. The green, nutty and tasty oil is also ideal in breakfast muesli and yoghurt with fruit. We do not recommend our hemp oil for frying, but only for briefly steaming to preserve the valuable essential fatty acids.

Tip: Also try our hemp flour made from gently de-oiled organic hemp seeds. It is suitable for baking and refining sauces, mueslis and smoothies.

Hemp oil cares for skin and hair

Our hemp oil with its mild scent is also very popular as a skin and hair care oil. It can be applied pure to the skin as a rich care product or mixed with the daily moisturizer for face and body. Dry, sensitive and mature skin in particular benefits from the moisturizing and protective properties of cold-pressed hemp oil.

A hair treatment with hemp oil has a nourishing effect on the hair and scalp: Simply apply 1 - 2 teaspoons of the oil to towel-dried hair, depending on the length of the hair, and leave on for a few hours. Then wash out with a mild shampoo. Be careful with light blonde, white and grey hair: due to its chlorophyll content, the greenish hemp oil can have a coloring effect.

Further information on organic hemp oil

Hemp oil should always be kept well sealed and in a cool place in order to optimally protect its valuable ingredients. By the way: The pouring aid on our bottles not only makes dosing easier, but also reduces the oil's contact with oxygen when it is opened every day.

The high-quality, freshly cold-pressed oils from Ölmühle Solling are foodstuffs for a conscious and enjoyable diet.

By the spoonful on its own, for salads, dips and sauces. With muesli and yoghurt and for steaming.

Botanical name: Cannabis sativa L.

Origin:
Hemp cultivation has been possible in Germany since the mid-1980s and only with a cultivation permit. Only varieties with a very low THC (tetrahydrocannabiol) content are permitted for cultivation. Apart from Europe, hemp is cultivated in Asia, Africa and North and South America.
For oil extraction, we prefer hemp seeds from German and European cultivation areas.

Properties: Hemp oil contains approx. 2 -3 % of the very rare and high-quality gamma-linolenic acid. This essential fatty acid is involved in various metabolic processes and therefore occupies a special position. Alpha-linolenic acid contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels . The positive effect is achieved with a daily intake of 2 g alpha-linolenic acid. A recommended portion of 16 g hemp oil (2 tablespoons of 8 g each) daily contains 2 g alpha-linolenic acid and covers 100 % of the recommended intake of alpha-linolenic acid.

Chemical-physical parameters
Acid value: < 4mg KOH/g
FfA: < 2mg KOH/g
Peroxide value: < 10 mEq O2/kg
Iodine value: 157-166
Saponification value: 190-194
Density: 20°C 0.925-0.928 g/cm3 Sensory properties
Appearance: greenish-yellowish oil
Odor: aromatic, hay-like
Taste: pasty, clean, nutty