Sea Buckthorn Profile

Sea Buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides)

Sea Buckthorn is very popular for self-selection with cats, dogs and horses! Here are some interesting facts.

Finnish researchers from the University of Turku have shown that Sea Buckthorn reduces the risk of developing blood clots, known as deep vein thrombosis (DVT).
The researchers tested the effects of sea buckthorn oil on a group of male participants at risk of developing blood clots and found that the sea buckthorn oil significantly prevented platelet aggregation — thereby reducing the risk of clotting.

What’s more, in the Finnish study, sea buckthorn was shown to be just as effective as — but much safer than — aspirin for preventing and even dissolving blood clots.
Boosts collagen production / cell renewal / tissue regeneration;
Improves condition of coat / hair / skin / hooves / nails;
Enhances ability of skin to retain moisture;
Supports mucus membranes, often selected for ulcers;
Alleviates symptoms of the menopause;
is often selected to aid repair for skin and eye problems including burns;
helps protects from free radical damage;

Sea buckthorn seed oil has been found to contain the highest known levels of a rare omega-7 fatty acid called palmitoleic acid, which has been shown to help moisturise the mucous membranes throughout the body.
Provides one of the richest sources of vitamins and nutrients, including vitamins C and E, folic acid, beta-carotene, lycopene and zeaxanthin . . . which have all been shown in latest research to help protect against chronic diseases like cancer and heart disease.
Oil from the plant’s seeds is also packed full of health-boosting fatty acids such as oleic, linoleic and alpha-linolenic acid which have been shown to help reduce wrinkles and preserve the skin’s moisture, helping to make it feel softer and more supple.