Olive oil is known as the healthiest fat ever known. It is
an unavoidable ingredient in Mediterranean foods. The reason why olive oil is
considered as the safest dietary fat is because it contains monounsaturated
fatty acids in high percentage. Those who are using olive oil regularly have
high life expectancies and lesser risk of developing heart diseases, stroke and
high blood pressure.
Olive oil is extracted from olives, which is a famous
Mediterranean crop.
HEALTH BENEFITS OF OLIVE OIL
Several researches have conducted to know more about the
health benefits of olive oil.
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Studies show that consuming olive oil will
reduce the chances of developing heart diseases, stroke, hypertension and
hyperlipidemia.
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Daily intake will helps to decrease the risk of
thrombosis and reduce the inflammation.
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Foods that are fried in olive oil will not
induce heart related problems.
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It also prevents the risk of stroke even in old
age.
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The risks for developing depression for those
who are consuming transfats are comparatively higher than those who having
polyunsaturated fats as well as monounsaturated fats. Olive oil is rich in monounsaturated
and polyunsaturated fats. Studies have shown that olive oil has a mild
protection effect against depression.
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Olive oil is a natural remedy which gives
protection against breast cancer. This is helpful to decrease incidence of
developing breast cancer.
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Olive oil is a good home remedy to control the
cholesterol levels. It helps to maintain the normal levels of cholesterol as it
contain high density lipo protein [HDL].
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Olive oil has very beneficial effects on
Alizhimer’s disease. Extra virgin olive oil contains a natural phenolic
component known as Oleocanthal. This will exhibit the property of removing the
protein which can cause Alizhimer’s disease.
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Olive oil with few drops of warm water makes a
good lotion for manicure.
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It is a good remedy for dark eye circles. it
also advisable to do massage daily on the area around the eyes.
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It is also makes a wonderful solution for
chapped lips and foot, if mixed and blended with beeswax. Also gave you soft
and squashy lips.
BENEFITS ON HAIR
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Olive oil gives a wonderful glow, healthy, shiny
and strong hair. It is very beneficial for all the hair care treatment,
especially for hair strengthening, hair loss, grey hair and dandruff
treatments.
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It has amazing ability to heal any kind of
inflammation on the scalp.
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It also helps to remove lice, which is a
parasite found mainly on hair.
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It is a natural conditioner for hair.
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If the hair and scalp is massaged with olive
oil, it will get a natural glow which is visible in the day light.
BENEFITS ON SKIN
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Olive oil is a great moisturiser.
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Good remedy for dry skin.
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Massaging on knees and elbows are beneficial, as
it is more prone to develop dry skin.
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It leaves the skin soft and supple.
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It helps to tone the skin and leaves it firm.
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Extra virgin oil and is very good for those who
have very skin. Massage with a few drops of olive oil onto the face and leave
it overnight. It gives excellent and amazing results.
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It helps to treat sunburn by applying directly
onto the skin.
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It eases and calm down skin irritations and
enhances the skin healing process.
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It is also a good source of antioxidants and
vitamin E.
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Improves the elasticity of skin.
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Helps to visibly reduce stretch marks and
prevents its development and its recurrence. Massage at least three times in a
week. Hot oil massage is also very helpful.
OTHER GENERAL USES OF OLIVE OIL
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Excellent eye makeup remover.
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Best remedy for ear wax.
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Used as a natural shine serum on hair.
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Good remedy for softening cuticles and lock-in
moisture.
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When olive oil is added to sugar could form an
excellent lip scrub.
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If applied before shaving, acts as a good
shaving cream, a natural lubricant.
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It can even apply on very sensitive baby skin
and also good treatment for diaper rash.
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It helps to calm down the symptoms of eczema.
