Saturday, February 11, 2012

How is oil extracted from various plants and foods?

I always see lavender oil, almond oil, coconut oil, etc. How in the world are oils derived from these plants/foods? Is there any way I can do it from home?

How is oil extracted from various plants and foods?
i believe the plant is boiled and the oil rises to the top, i'm pretty sure thats it but i could be wrong...
Reply:Extraction is often done thru pressing... a whole lot of pressure and a very small amount of oil is released. It often takes a LOT of the item to produce a LITTLE amount of the oil.
Reply:pressing is the best answer not chemical although some are

there are plenty of videos on line that you can watch for youself
Reply:unfortunatly most are done chemicaly not an option for the home gardener


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