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Sunday, August 28, 2011
The benefits of Olive Oil
Olive oil contains Omega 3s and can help lower your LDL (or bad cholesterol) while increase the HDL (or good cholesterol). It helps to protect against gastritis, ulcers, obesity, sore throats and cardiovascular diseases. It protects the skin from aging. Olive oil can act as an anti-inflammatory (like Ibuprofen) and anti-hypertensive. The best quality of Olive Oil is cold-pressed, Extra Virgin Olive Oil. The darker the Olive Oil, the stronger the taste will be and also the greater the nutrient quality.
Olive oil contains chorophyll, Vitamins E and K, polyphenols (like found in green tea), and anti-oxidants.
Olive oil can be used as a: hair conditioner; a makeup remover; a makeup brush cleanser; and a facial, skin and cuticle moisturizer.
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