Some people are increasingly using safflower on their skin, in both body oil and essential oil forms. It can also be found as an ingredient in commercial skin care products. While safflower oil has ...

‌Safflower plants are used for many purposes. They were originally grown for their yellow and red flowers and used to make dyes. Today the plant is primarily grown for its oil, although it also ...

A daily dose of safflower oil, a common cooking oil, for 16 weeks can improve such health measures as good cholesterol, blood sugar, insulin sensitivity and inflammation in obese postmenopausal women ...

Selecting an appropriate container is critical for growing safflower. Choose a pot that is at least 12 inches deep and wide ...

I didn't know that safflowers were thorny until I inadvertently touched one and felt a prick while visiting a safflower field last week in Yonezawa, Yamagata Prefecture. I was also surprised that the ...

A number of empirical studies have shown that both these substances are effective in facilitating weight loss. There is, however, ongoing debate with regards to the superiority of each substance.

The safflower plant is one of the oldest crops known to man. Used by the ancient Egyptians in dyes, oils derived from safflower seeds are today used as a sustainable replacement for ...

Research suggests that safflower oil may provide various health benefits. These include uses for blood sugar, cholesterol, and skin inflammation. Safflower oil is a popular cooking oil that comes from ...

Suzanne Fisher, RD, is the founder of SuziFisher.com and WomensCyclingNutrition.com. She has nearly 35 years of experience. Safflower oil is a source of heart-healthy unsaturated fats that help lower ...