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Olive Oil (For Cooking)
Olive oil is a cooking oil pressed from olives and commonly used for sautéing, roasting, and dressings. It is primarily a source of monounsaturated fat and is a staple of Mediterranean-style eating patterns.
Beneficial properties
rich in monounsaturated fats
contains polyphenol antioxidants
supports heart-healthy eating patterns
anti-inflammatory
low in saturated fat
Nutritional highlights
Olive oil provides mostly monounsaturated fat, along with vitamin E, vitamin K, and small amounts of antioxidant polyphenols, especially in extra-virgin forms.
Conditions it helps with
Chronic Inflammation
Includes: Inflammation
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Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
Includes: Diabetes Type 2
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Diabetes (Type 2)
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Hardening / Clogging of Arteries
Includes: Atherosclerosis (Coronary Artery Disease)
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Heart Disease
Includes: Heart Disease (Cardiomyopathy)
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High Blood Pressure
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High Blood Pressure
Includes: High Blood Pressure / Hypertension
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High Cholesterol
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Obesity
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Stroke
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Weight Gain & Obesity
Includes: Overweight / Weight Gain
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