Staying Healthy with Olive Oil 1

Picture of Olives being harvested.

Unlike vegetable oils, which are high in polyunsaturated fats and do a great deal to contribute to heart problems and have even been linked to an increased risk of cancer, olive oil is largely monounsaturated fat, which helps to lower the levels of “bad” cholesterol (LDL) and stimulate an increase in the levels of “good” cholesterol (HDL).

Olive oil is basically the natural juice of the olive fruit and can be consumed when it is freshly pressed. Aside from the fact that it preserves all the vitamins and goodness of the olive, which is what gives it all its excellent health benefits, it retains all the taste and smell of the fruit, making it a much tastier and appealing option than processed vegetable oils. Whether for use in salads or for cooking, nature’s gift of olive oil is simply the best!

Olive oil has polyphenois which is a type of antioxidant. Polyphenois helps protect your cells from damage and also has anti-inflammatory properties. An increase in cognitive function and memory could also be a benefit of olive oil. “Virgin means being made by a physical process and not with chemistry.” So it is best to purchase extra virgin olive oil at your grocery store to make sure your getting the best quality.

Olive Oil has been known for fighting against diseases such as Cancer, Heart Disease, Oxidative Stress, High Blood Pressure, Diabetes, Obesity, Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoporosis.