Poppy seed was cultivated widely in Eurasia. The world’s production for poppyseed oil occurs in Germany and France. From 1900-1911, it was used to dress salads and to enhance the taste of stored seeds oil. It was used to contaminate peach kernel oil and olive oil. The poor quality of poppyseed oil is used in the soap industry. In 20th century, poppyseed was used for pharmaceutical purposes.

Poppyseed oil is edible oil which is derived from the poppy seeds. The poppy seeds contain 45 to 50% of oil which is rich in Vitamin E, codeine and morphine. It is used for both pharmaceutical and culinary uses as well as making varnishes, paints and soaps. In industrialized countries, it is used for culinary purposes as dipping oil and in salads. It is also known as Poppy seed oil, oleum papaveris seminis and poppy oil.

Nutritional value

One cup of 218 grams of Poppyseed oil is comprised of 1927 calories and 218 g of total lipid fat. It also offers 24.85 mg of Vitamin E, 29.43 g of total saturated fat, 23.108 g of palmitic acid, 6.322 g of stearic acid, 42.946 g of total monounsaturated fat, 42.946 g of oleic acid, 136.032 g of total polyunsaturated fats, 136.032 g of linoleic acid and 602 mg of phytosterols in the same serving size.

Health Benefits of Poppyseed oil

Poppyseed have high concentration of minerals, vitamins, dietary fibers and electrolytes that assist human body as well as circulatory system. It also possesses anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that help to promote immunity as well as cell damage. In the 19^th century, this oil was used for various purposes such as cooking oil, fuel or lamp oil, varnish and making paint and soaps.         

• It is used as massage oil.
• The intake of teaspoon of poppy seed oil before bed helps to treat sleeplessness.
• Poppy seeds provide relief from asthma and symptoms of whooping cough.
• It is also used to treat stomach problems such as diarrhea.
• It prevents the growth of tumor.

Precautions                                                                                                 

• People allergic to Poppy seeds should not use it.
• Consult a doctor before using.
• People with cholesterol lowering drugs, nervous system depressants, suppress immune system, pain relievers and opiates should use it with caution.

How to Eat         

• It is used to add flavor to rolls, breads and cakes.
• It is used in salads and as dipping oil.
• It is used to noodles, pastries and breads.
• It is used as a condiment in various dishes.

Other Facts        

• Poppyseed oil in raw form has high concentration of essential fatty acids.
• It is also rich in oleic acid and linoleic acid.
• It does not have narcotic properties.

Poppyseed oil facts

Poppy seed oil has pleasant and nutty flavor. The plant of poppy was originated from East Mediterranean and Asia belonging to the Papaver genus having its scientific name as Papaver somniferum. The oil is extracted from the small and dark seeds of the poppy flower which is mostly used for dressing salads. Due to the smooth and subtle flavors, it is used as a condiment. It is an excellent source of energy, calcium and calcium. It also have highest amount of linoleic acid that helps to prevent from heart attacks and heart diseases. It has unique aroma and flavor. The study shows that this oil is used for fertility as well.

Poppyseed oil facts and benefits Quick Facts
Name:	Poppyseed oil facts and benefits
Origin	Poppy seed was cultivated widely in Eurasia. The world's production for poppyseed oil occurs in Germany and France.
Colors	Light yellow
Taste	Sweet, nutty, pleasant
Calories	1927 Kcal./cup
Major nutrients	Total Fat (6.228571429)

Name	Poppyseed oil facts and benefits
Native	Poppy seed was cultivated widely in Eurasia. The world’s production for poppyseed oil occurs in Germany and France.
Common/English Name	Poppy seed oil, oleum papaveris seminis, poppy oil
Color	Light yellow
Flavor/aroma	Smooth, subtle
Taste	Sweet, nutty,  pleasant
Major Nutritions	Total Fat (lipid) 218 g (6.228571429)
Calories in 1 cup (218 gm)	1927 Kcal.
Traditional uses	It is used as to massage the body. The consumption of a teaspoon of poppy seed oil helps to cure sleeplessness. It provides a great relief from asthma as well as from the symptoms of whooping cough. It is also used to treat diarrhea. It prevents growth of tumor.
Precautions	Allergic people allergic should not use it. Before using one should consult a doctor. Take a caution while using Poppyseed oil by the people with cholesterol lowering drugs, nervous system depressants; suppress immune system, pain relievers and opiates.
How to Eat	It adds flavor to rolls, breads and cakes. It is used as dipping oil and in salads. It is used in noodles, pastries and breads also. It is a condiment in various dishes.
Other Facts	Poppy seed oil has high content of essential fatty acids. It is rich in oleic acid and linoleic acid. It does not possess narcotic properties.