Cashew oil

Cashew Oil

Cashew oil (/ˈkaSHˌo͞o oil/) is a type of vegetable oil derived from the cashew nut, the seed of the cashew tree (Anacardium occidentale).

Etymology

The term "cashew" comes from the Portuguese word "caju", which was derived from the indigenous Tupi name for the tree, "acajú". The term "oil" comes from the Old English "æle", related to Dutch "olie" and German "Öl".

Production

Cashew oil is produced by pressing the cashew nut. The process involves roasting the nuts, then crushing and pressing them to extract the oil. The oil is then refined and filtered before it is ready for use.

Uses

Cashew oil is used in a variety of applications. It is often used in cooking due to its high smoke point and mild flavor. It is also used in the production of cosmetics and skin care products due to its moisturizing properties. In addition, cashew oil is used in traditional medicine for its potential health benefits.

Related Terms

• Cashew nut
• Cashew tree
• Vegetable oil
• Cosmetics
• Skin care

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Cashew oil
• Wikipedia's article - Cashew oil

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