Rice bran oil has amazing health benefits as it is rich in both vitamin E and Y-oryzanol, a powerful anti oxident that can help prevent heart attacks and lower cholesterol.

Rice bran oil provides healthy fats and a variety of other nutrients. One tablespoon (14 ml) packs 120 calories and 14 grams of fat. Compared to other nontropical oils like canola and olive oil, rice bran oil contains higher proportions of heart-healthy unsaturated fat than saturated fat so using it as a healthy alternative to vegetable oil offers definite benefits.

Best of all, it contains relatively high amounts of vitamin E with its mild and softening properties on the skin. It is also a good source of omega 6, for your brain.

It is a tradition in Japan for women to rub rice bran oil into their faces to make skin appear smoother and reduce lines and wrinkles. These women are called nuka-bijin which translates to "Bran beauty" in Englsh. Many Hollywood and Bollywood celebrities, Lara Dutta swears by the miracle benefits of rice bran oil inside and out, so the next time you buy your oil for cooking opt for this one, dual purpose, and watch you skin bloom as you light up every room.

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