Healthy Heart

Olive Oil has had a reputation for centuries as being beneficial to ones health. But only in recent years has scientific data been released to reinforce what many already suspected: Using extra virgin olive oil has positive effects on your health.

Cooking with olive oil is an excellent choice for many reasons. Health benefits include protection for your heart, cancer-fighting properties, control of blood sugar and many more.

Why should you use olive oil? Well there are several reasons. Substituting olive oil, a monounsaturated fat, for saturated fats or polyunsaturated fats can:

• Reduce blood pressure
• Eliminate the risk of diabetes
• Inhibit the growth of certain cancers
• Lessen the severity of asthma and arthritis
• Help your body maintain a lower weight

More Articles on the Health Benefits of Olive Oil:

• Mediterranean Diet and the Benefits of Olive Oil
• “Olive Oil a Rich Source of Antioxidants”
• Olive Oil and Cancer Prevention
  

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