Olive Oil

About Olive Oil

Here are the some health benefits of Olive oil:

Maintains Good Cholesterol Levels: One of the important health benefits of olive oil is to reduce the bad cholesterol. Olive oil contains a potent mix of antioxidants that can lower your bad (LDL) cholesterol but leave your good (HDL) cholesterol untouched. The cholesterol-lowering effects of olive oil are even greater if you choose extra-virgin olive oil, meaning the oil is less processed and contains more heart-healthy antioxidants.

Good for stomach: Another health benefit of olive oil is its good for your stomach. Olive oil is most tolerated by the stomach due to its high oleic acid content. Since ancient times, olive oil has been ingested to treat gastritis and gastroduodenal ulcers. Feeling a little constipated? Take two tablespoons of olive oil in the morning on an empty stomach.

Fortifies Your Bones: Olive oil does wonders for your childs bone development. Studies support that when eaten in normal amounts, olive oil provides a relatively low amount of essential fatty acids with the highest linolenic ratio similarly found in human milk. To keep our bones strong, consume foods like olive oil, which are high in oleic glycerides but low in polyunsaturated fats.

Aids Digestion: Aiding digestion is another benefit of olive oil. Extra virgin olive oil aids in digestion and in the absorption of minerals and vitamins. It even acts as a mild laxative! For best results, eat your olive oil fresh and in its raw state. Remember, extra virgin olive oil is lowest in acidity and highest in anti-oxidants, minerals and vitamins. So use high quality olive oil and a lot of it!

Reduce Cancer: The phytonutrient in olive oil, oleocanthal, mimics the effect of ibuprofen in reducing inflammation, which can decrease the risk of breast cancer and its recurrence. Squalene and lignans are among the other olive oil components being studied for their possible effects on cancer.