Olive oil: Uses and risks

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Olive oil has good health benefits, because olive oil is obtained through mechanical process instead of chemical refining. Thus maintaining the medicinal value, as well as the medicinal and preventive components. The following information will provide a complete overview of the uses and risks of using olive oil.

1. Uses of olives

Olive oil has long been proven to be a good food for human health, especially virgin olive oil because it is completely extracted through a manual process, so it keeps the beneficial ingredients intact. for health.
Olive oil contains a lot of Omega 3 and omega 6 (components similar to those found in breast milk), some antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, anti-viral... Cardiovascular system: Olive oil helps to reduce “bad” cholesterol (LDL) and maintain “good” cholesterol (HDL) levels in the blood, preventing the appearance of cholesterol plaques. in the vascular bed. Many studies have shown that olive oil can protect the body against cardiovascular diseases such as valvular heart disease, congenital heart disease, arrhythmia, atherosclerosis, aortic aneurysm... Mortality from cardiovascular diseases was lower in areas where olive oil was used as the main source of dietary fat compared to other regions. Stroke: People who used olive oil regularly had a 41% lower risk of stroke compared with other people. Cancer: One of the important components of olive oil is called phenolic. This ingredient has the ability to inhibit the appearance of cancer cells through many different ways, for example: Reduce inflammation in the body Has the ability to fight oxidation, limit the damage of various types Cells Kill types of cancer cells Many studies have shown that using olive oil every day has a positive effect on cancer prevention. Obesity: Olive oil not only does not cause obesity but also has the ability to reduce the amount of fat stored in the body, especially belly fat. A low-calorie diet rich in extra virgin olive oil makes obese people feel full faster, thereby reducing the amount of glucose in the body. Digestive system: Olive oil contributes to improving gastrointestinal function, promoting a stronger metabolism, preventing gallstones, protecting the stomach. In addition, olive oil has a laxative effect. Role with the development of the body: Positive impact on the formation and development of the skeleton Reducing the aging process: The ingredients in olive oil have the effect of neutralizing free radicals in the body, help slow down the aging process, restore damaged tissues, prevent Alzheimer's disease in the elderly.

Infections: People in the Mediterranean region often use olive tree leaves to treat infections. Extracts of olive leaves have the ability to inhibit the growth of bacteria, fungi and viruses. However, this effect of olives is not appreciated compared to its other effects on health. Olive oil for skin: Moisturizes the skin. Olive oil contains vitamin E, which improves skin health by treating inflammation, acne, and dry skin. It also improves skin elasticity and skin regenerative properties. Antioxidants, minerals, and good fats, fight free radicals, and promote healthier skin. Olive oil for hair: Olive oil has anti-dandruff effects. Olive oil moisturizes the hair and reduces scalp irritation, further reducing dandruff. Just heat up a cup of olive oil and massage your hair generously, especially on the scalp and hair ends. Let it sit for 20 minutes, then rinse your hair with a mild shampoo. In addition to the skin, olive oil also has the effect of moisturizing the hair, promoting hair growth. Olive oil's hair-smoothing and quality-enhancing qualities quickly gained worldwide recognition. Bring your lifeless locks back to life, with this hydrating pack of olive oil (1/2 teaspoon), honey (2 tablespoons) and protein-rich egg yolks. Mix the ingredients thoroughly to get a smooth paste. Apply the paste to your hair and let it sit for 20 minutes, and then rinse with cold water. Follow the regimen twice a week to see results. Olive oil is rich in Vitamin E which strengthens hair and prevents hair loss. Regular massage with olive oil can also fix split ends problem.
In addition to unsaturated fatty acids that are considered beneficial to the body, olive oil also contains a sufficient amount of vitamins such as D, E and K.
Olive oil has the ability to prevent type 2 diabetes by reducing blood sugar and increasing insulin sensitivity. The Mediterranean olive oil diet reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes by more than 40%.
In addition, olive oil can aid in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis – a disease Autoimmune is characterized by painful deformed joints. Especially when combined with another food rich in omega 3, fish oil, they have the ability to improve morning pain or stiffness in people with rheumatoid arthritis.
The antibacterial properties of the components in olive oil help inhibit or kill harmful bacteria such as Helicobacter - a bacteria living in the stomach that causes ulcers and stomach cancer. 30 grams of extra virgin olive oil per day can help reduce Helicobacter bacteria by 10% to 40% in just 2 weeks.

2. Risks of using olive oil

The risks or side effects of using olive oil are very rare. Olive tree oil and leaves are proven to be safe for health. However, in some cases, it is necessary to consider the use of olive oil such as:
Allergy or hypersensitivity to olive oil. Use with caution with antibiotics. The use of olive oil should be limited during pregnancy or lactation as there are no studies to prove it is completely harmless. Olive oil has the ability to lower blood sugar, so in some cases it can cause the body to lower blood sugar. Talk to your doctor about all the foods you're taking to identify any potential bad interactions. To limit the risks of using olive oil, especially in cooking with olive oil, the following should be kept in mind:
Olive oil tends to have a subtle yellow-green color with a nutty flavor Lightly peppered, it also has a beautiful aroma and pungent aroma. This is a good quality extra virgin olive oil so to get all the benefits of olive oil when cooking food do not use very high heat hence do not use olive oil for frying. . It is better to use extra virgin olive oil only for raw or cold cooking. Olive oil can be used in salads, as sauces, to make sandwiches and dips. Light stir-fries can also be made using extra extra virgin olives.

People in the Mediterranean region have long turned olive oil into their main source of fat because of the effects they bring such as: reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases, preventing diabetes sugar, high blood pressure, anti-inflammatory.... Besides, olive oil has also been shown to be safe for the body. However, it should be noted in cases of hypersensitivity to olive oil or taking certain antibiotics.
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Reference source: philipposhellenicgoods.com; webmd.com