Olive Oil : uses , benefits and advantages

Extra virgin olive oil is the greatest and the best source of antioxidants , vitamin E and oleacein. It is the type of oil that is extracted from olives. Olives are hard pressed to extract their oil and then processed to purify them. The process after which the olive oil is extracted divides it into three types of oils namely , refined olive oil , virgin olive oil , extra virgin olive oil.  

Nutritive composition 

Olive oil , is super healthy for the heart and the gut. It contains fats , along with vitamins E and K. It is also a great  source of calories , saturated fats , vitamin E and K. It is also equally rich in antioxidants which help fight inflammation and chronic disease and helps in cholestrol development. It is a great source of curing cancer , metabolic syndrome , type 2 diabetes , and arthritis. It is also great in promoting bone health , blood clotting , heart health and more. 

Benefits 

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1. Heart Health : extra virgin olive oil is anti inflammatory , contains great amount of antioxidants , and is extremely beneficial for vasodilation.
2. Anticancer properties : the antioxidant activities of polyphenols in olive oil reduces the risk of developing cancer.
3. Bone health : extra virgin olive oil is essential for maintaining healthy bones. The reason behind this is also considered to be polyphenols.
4. Diabetes prevention : a mediterranean diet when paired with olive oil acts as a shield against diabetes. 
5. Cancer prevention : the antioxidants in olive oil are the only reason behind the reduced risk of cancer after consuming it. 
6. Brain health : olive oil is a part of low fat diet and hence promotes in preventing mild cognitive impairment which is a kind of brain disease

There are several ways of including this olive oil in your diet and it comes in various types as well. Olive oils have increasingly become a great ingredient of salsas , sauces , salads and bowl which makes it easy to consume as well.