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Safflower is native to parts of Asia and Africa, from central India through the Middle East to the upper reaches of the Nile River and into Ethiopia. The safflower plant grows from 0.3 to 1.2 metres (1 to 4 feet) high and has flowers that may be red, orange, yellow, or white. Safflower has become famous for its help in lowering cholesterol and maintaining good coronary health. It is rich in linoleic acid, the essential fatty acid that lowers blood cholesterol and helps to prevent heart disease. Consumption of polyunsaturates in the diet helps to remove plaque and reduce blood cholesterol, which make it effective in preventing heart attacks and strokes. Safflower improves circulation and aids in blood vascular cleansing. It has been used to treat and reverse a condition of congested and stagnant blood (poor blood circulation), reduce blood clots, and ease lower abdominal pains caused by blood congestion in women. Safflower also helps to stimulate congested or obstructed menstrual blood flow. As a laxative, Safflower is said to be an effective bowel cleanser that also improves colon function.
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