You’re missing a real treat if you have not tried walnut oil. Drizzle this oil over salad or on steamed vegetables. People are already raving about this oil because of its health benefits and its delicious taste.

Let’s dig into science. Walnut oil contains high levels of monounsaturated oils (omega 9) which help to keep your arteries supple, and also high levels of polyunsaturated oils (omega 3 and omega 6) which help to reduce inflammation, stabilize hormones and improve the skin. For people with eczema, a couple of teaspoons a day of this oil can be of great help.

However, many have been avoiding oils due to misconceptions that it contains high calorie content. Some oils, such as walnut oil, are beneficial to our health and low in calories. In fact, walnut oil is widely available. Eating walnuts is good too. A Yale University study in 2009 found that consumption of walnuts in daily basis may improve the health of blood vessels, thereby decreasing the risk of heart disease.