Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Olive oil is widely regarded as the most beneficial and best of all the oils as it has immense health benefits. The Mediterranean people are known to have a longer life expectancy than people from other regions of the world and research has proved that olive oil has a major role to play in this as the it use has been proven to decrease the thickness of the arteries. The heart remains in good shape and form. It is said that the arteries of a centenarian in this region is equivalent to that of someone twenty years younger. This amply exemplifies the benefits of using olive oil over other edible oils. Olive oil contains mono-unsaturated fatty acids which are better for the heart and It does not contain saturated fats either.

Rich in antioxidants, it reduces the cholesterol levels in the human body, enabling one to live a healthy and fulfilled life. The oil has higher oleic acid content than many other oils. The leaf , fruit and oil are extracted for various medicinal purposes. The leaves of the tree have special medicinal properties. The Low Density Lipoproteins or LDL fats which are unhealthy are controlled by the use of this oil, while there is an increase in the High Density Lipoproteins or HDL levels and thus they have an overall beneficial effect on the heart.

The oil is known to reduce blood pressure levels, and to help maintain an ideal body weight. It is also beneficial for patients of diabetes, asthma and arthritis. Olive oil does not aggravate any stomach problems, such as ulcers or indigestion. It has a soothing overall effect on the stomach and reduces the levels of gallstone formation. Recent research has shown that it can help reduce the incidence of colon cancer. The oil is also used for various beauty purposes and promotes good hair growth and beautiful skin.