1 - 4 / 4
SHOW
- 16
- 32
- 64
VIEW
- 2
- 3
- 4
CATEGORIES :
OLIVE OIL & HEALTH BENEFITS
Source: Olive Oil Times
HEART BENEFITS
Olive oil decreases the levels of total blood cholesterol, LDL-cholesterol and triglycerides. At the same time it does not alter the levels of HDL-cholesterol (and may even raise them), which plays a protective role and prevents the formation of fatty patches, thus stimulating the elimination of the low-density lipoproteins...
Source: Olive Oil Times
ANTI-CARCINOGENIC
Scientific studies have shown that monounsaturated fats and phenols found in olive oil help the body neutralise free radicals, thereby reducing the possibility of the occurrence of various types of cancer.
The phytonutrient in olive oil, oleocanthal, mimics the effect of ibuprofen in reducing...
Source: Olive Oil Times
PROTECT AGAINST INFLUENZA VIRUS
Dozens of phenolic compounds have been identified in extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), each with their own unique health benefits. One of the benefits of these compounds is they have high bioavailability, extensive research reporting the anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antibacterial and antiviral properties obtained from these compounds...
Source: Olive Oil Times
EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL CAN REDUCE OXIDATIVE STRESS
Olive oil is rich in antioxidants, especially vitamin E, long thought to minimise cancer risk. Among plant oils, olive oil is the highest in monounsaturated fat, which doesn’t oxidise in the body, and it is low in polyunsaturated fat, the kind that does oxidise...
Source: Olive Oil Times
LOWERING BLOOD PRESSURE
Two tablespoons of phenol-rich EVOO can significantly reduce high blood pressure according, according to a University of California at Davis Olive Centre review. The study indicates that regular consumption of olive oil can help reduce both systolic and diastolic blood pressure...
Source: Olive Oil Times
PROTECT FROM DIABETES
It has been demonstrated that a diet that is rich in olive oil, low in saturated fats, moderately rich in carbohydrates and soluble fibre from fruit, vegetables, pulses and grains is the most effective approach for diabetics. It reduce “bad” low-density lipoproteins while improving blood sugar control and enhances insulin sensitivity...
Source: Olive Oil Times
PROTECTIVE AGAINST OBESITY
A recent study carried out in eight European countries has shown that children who consume a Mediterranean diet were less likely to be overweight. Although high in calories, olive oil has shown to help reduce levels of obesity...
Source: Olive Oil Times
ANTI-RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS
Although the reason is not entirely clear, recent studies have proved that people with diets containing high levels of olive oil are less likely to develop rheumatoid arthritis.A recent published study suggests that regular consumption of olive oil may reduce the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis...
Source: Olive Oil Times
PROTECT AGAINST OSTEOPOROSIS
Here’s yet another reason to add olive oil to your diet. A recent article based on review of 37 scientific studies reports that the phenols in extra virgin olive oil may prevent loss of bone mass...
Ελληνικά 
English 
Deutsch 