Benefits
Olive oil is a true culinary treasure. It is healthy and natural, full of vitamins and nutrients, both when eaten uncooked or used for stewing and frying.
Key information
- Olive oil has the same proportion of calories as any other animal or vegetable fat: 9 calories per gram
- It is the only vegetable oil that can be eaten straight in virgin and uncooked form.
- Olive oil is the edible oil that contains by far the most vitamin E. It is also high in liposoluble vitamins A, D and K.
- It is high in (monounsaturated) oleic oil. This has great benefits in regulating cholesterol, as it helps boost good cholesterol (HDL) and also protects you by also helping lower bad cholesterol (LDL).
Olive oil, a source of health
- It is a cell antioxidant that delays premature cell ageing.
- It helps prevent cardiovascular and circulatory diseases such as heart attacks, angina and cerebral thrombosis.
- It aids digestion by improving the stomach’s operation and bowel transit.
- It is a good tonic and moisturiser and protects the skin.
- It improves the metabolic functions of the endocrine system.
- Since it is high in vitamin A, it is good at protecting your sight.