Question 1

What is Shea Butter?

Accepted Answer

Shea butter is a fat from the nuts of the shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa). It is most commonly used topically in skincare. It can be consumed as a food fat in some cuisines, but it is not a well-established oral dietary supplement for specific medical benefits.

Question 2

What are the common uses of Shea Butter?

Accepted Answer

Shea Butter is commonly used for Topical skin moisturizing and barrier support, Food fat in some traditional diets (not a therapeutic supplement use).

Question 3

How does Shea Butter work?

Accepted Answer

Topically, its fatty acids and unsaponifiable components help moisturize and support the skin barrier. Oral supplement mechanisms for disease treatment are not established.

Question 4

Are there any warnings or precautions for Shea Butter?

Accepted Answer

Oral use: safety data as a supplement is limited; if used, it should be food-grade. Allergy is possible (tree-nut context), though reactions appear uncommon; caution if you have severe nut allergies.

Question 5

Is Shea Butter FDA approved?

Accepted Answer

Commonly used in cosmetics; food-grade shea butter is a food ingredient. Not FDA-approved as a treatment for disease.

Question 6

Where can I buy Shea Butter?

Accepted Answer

Widely available topically; food-grade versions also available.

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