Olive Oil: Various health benefits, advantages, and how to use it

Olive oil is a pale yellow to light green coloured (depending on quality of olive oil) high viscous oil which is called Jaitun ka tel in Hindi. It is derived by pressing  olive fruits. Olive oil is available in different forms. For example, premium extra virgin, extra virgin, fine virgin, virgin, semi-fine virgin and pure olive oil. different s of olive oil are utilised for different purposes. Let us see some health benefits of olive oil. 

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Health benefits of olive oil 

• Olive oil, in Mediterranean diet, has proved to be beneficial in improving brain function and could act as a source of Alzheimer's treatment.
• Rich in healthy MUFA, olive oil makes a perfect healthy choice for cooking as mounsaturated fatty acids in olive oil are resistant to high heat.
• Studies suggest that oleic acid present in olive oil reduces inflammation and may have beneficial effects on cancer genes (Source- PubMed).
• Olive oils are rich in antioxidants, Vitamin E, and Vitamin K as well.
• re was extensive research done on relation of stroke risk and people consuming olive oil. In study, it was found that olive oil showed a reduced risk of stroke and heart disease. 
• Olive oil is also being studied for having anti-cancerous properties in people from Mediterranean countries.

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How to use Olive oil

• For hair - Olive oil can be utilised as a hot oil treatment for your hair to combat dandruff as well as maintain hair lustre.
• For body mass - Massaging your body with olive oil mixed with carrier oils may prove beneficial for your skin due to presence of antioxidants, Vitamin E and Vitamin K present in olive oil.
• As a sal dressing - Olive oil can be used as a dressing on your sals because of its antioxidant and Vitamin E properties.

Disclaimer: use of olive oil in food or on your skin must be taken after proper consultation with your doctor. In case of any allergy, kindly stop use immediately.

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