Health benefits of olive oil

health benefits of olive oil

Olive oil is a common kitchen ingredient without which you cannot imagine the preparation of certain special dishes. It enhances the taste, aroma, and quality of meals when used appropriately. It is full of good nutrients like vitamins A and E and valuable antioxidants. Besides, enriching the food recipes, it is also used in homemade recipes to beautify skin and hair. This is not all. There are ample health benefits of olive oil due to which you can protect your body from various severe diseases and cure day to day health issues.

health benefits of olive oil

Here is a summary of health issues where olive oil can have amazing benefits on your mind and body.

Regular usage of extra virgin olive oil in meals can keep you away from skin cancer.

Include this oil in your everyday beauty recipes to slow down the aging process and keep your skin glowing always.

Olive oil boosts good cholesterol and lowers bad cholesterol thereby reducing the chances of a heart attack as it contains monounsaturated fatty acids. The oil is safe and healthy for your heart.

Use olive oil in your daily diet if you really want to delay the osteoporosis process. If you are already gripped by this disease then also consume olive oil to facilitate bone mineralization and better calcium absorption.

There are fewer chances of having rheumatoid arthritis than those who include olive oil in their diet.

The oil is easy on the digestive system and prevents gallstones.

Stomach pain and other issues

Use olive oil when you experience stomach pain and ulcer. Take a three-fourths cup of vinegar or citrus juice and mix one tablespoon of olive oil in it and consume. Your stomach will feel better.

If you feel digestive problems frequently then consume a spoon of olive oil daily in the morning on an empty stomach.

Control your blood pressure levels with regular consumption of olive oil through your diet.


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To reduce the chances of type II diabetes, switch over to olive oil-enriched diets that contain monounsaturated fats, antioxidants, and fiber and moderate amounts of fats.

If an adult experiences a toothache then he can apply a mixture of clove oil and olive oil, in a 3:1 ratio, on the affected area and get relief from pain.

Those who suffer from snoring should drink a spoon of olive oil daily before going to bed.

One drop of warm olive oil in the ear can relieve earache.

Olive oil is also an essential part of various homemade skin and hair care recipes. It has wonderful effects on the health of the skin as well as hair.

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