Our Virgin Safflower Oil is gently cold pressed from the seeds of the safflower once. In ancient Egypt, this plant was used mainly for dyeing, and in ancient times also for oil extraction for ointments. Today, safflower is grown mainly for its oily seeds. Because compared to other vegetable oils known so far, Virgin Safflower Oil has the highest proportion of the essential omega-6 fatty acid (linoleic acid) and is also rich in vitamin E. Therefore, this mild oil is the ideal companion for the daily wholefood diet.