Its been reported that there are a number of health benefit of olive oil. As a foodstuff it has a high concentration of monounsaturated fatty acids, which studies as promote "good" cholesterol while lowering "bad" cholesterol.
Olive oil is also known to be gentle on the digestive system, and even may help prevent gallstones and soothe ulcers. Good quality olive oil contains valuable vitamins and nutrients, and it is loaded with antioxidants, which many believe
help protect the body from cancer.
In general, the less processed an oil the more nutrients it contains, although the more expensive it tends to be. "Extra virgin" olive oil comes from the first
pressing of olives, and retains the most flavor and aroma. Most better brands are also advertised as " cold pressed," meaning they aren't heated up beyond room
temperature during processing.
Unsurprisingly, high heat can damage the flavor and nutrients in the oil. " Virgin" olive oil generally comes from the second pressing.
Below are listed some of the importance use of this wonderful oil called the Olive Oil
1. Get Healthy Skin and Fight Cancer:- People have being using olive oil for
centuries for personal care. It is a great skin moisturizer, in fact because it contains linoleic acid, a compound not made by the body, but which prevents water from evaporating. According to Leslie Baumann, M.D., author of The Skin Type Solution, consuming olives and olive oil can promote healthy skin, as can applying it directly as a moisturizer.
You can add a bit of olive oil to a warm bath for a good healthy soak. Some of the most exciting news, according to Baumann, is that olive oil also contains at least four different antioxidants, which can help "neutralize damaging free radicals that can lead to skin aging and skin cancer." Baumann writes that in studies mice that drank extra virgin olive oil developed less skin cancer after exposure to UV light.
Olive oil can also provide a safe and natural lubricant for a close shave. As
a soothing aftershave, rub in an extra teaspoon of the stuff after rinsing off. research as shown that some products from The Art of Shaving are based on olive oil. Similarly, olive oil can soothe chapped lips so you could make your own balm by mixing olive oil and melted beeswax in a 1:1 ratio (add an essential oil if you want a nice fragrance).
2. For Tame Tangled and Damaged Hair:- Olive oil also has benefits for hair.
Comb a bit of the stuff through dry or frizzy hair to help tame and moisturize your locks, especially in winter or on humid days. Olive oil also provide some relief for damaged hair. Treating your tresses by kneading a few tablespoons of olive oil into your scalp and hair. Cover your oiled-up curls with a shower cap for thirty minute, then shampoo as usual to reveal a refurbished style and texture
3. Ease Snoring:- Taking a sip of olive oil before heading to bed can help
lubricate your throat muscles, cutting down on snoring. Others have noted that taking a teaspoon of olive oil can help soothe a scratchy or ticklish throat.
4. Polish Furniture, Metal and Condition Leather:- Rub a bit of olive oil on to prevent streaks, corrosion and tarnish.
To polish your desk
i. Mix little olive oil and one part lemon juice.
ii. Pour just a few drops on a soft cloth, wipe away the dust, scuffs and
fingerprints, and make your desk shine. This technique works well for a range of wooden furniture and objects. You can also condition and revitalize leather goods, such as baseball mitts, by rubbing in olive oil. Let set for 30 minutes, then wipe
away any excess.
5. Free Stuck Zippers:- Its always frustrating when you are about to go for an important interview only to find out that the cloth you've been planning on wearing got stuck just because of you zip. Well worry no more, just break out the olive oil. Swab some of the stuff on the teeth of the zipper, then try gently easing it unstuck. Good luck!
6. Fix Squeaky Doors:- Olive oil can actually be used as a lubricant in many applications. It's safe to keep around the house, so you don’t have to worry about
children or pets getting into it. Try it out on squeaky doors, hinges and
anywhere else you might consider using WD-40 or another lubricant.
7. Cure an Earache:- A number of folks swear by olive oil as a natural remedy for earaches. So carefully use a cotton swab to apply olive oil to the outside ear cavity to help with earaches and excess wax. Another way is to heat up some olive oil in a microwave for 30 seconds then apply it to the ear that hurts for relief.
I haven't try it for myself, i happen to come across some folks talking about the importance of this oil and i decided to do some research on it. But if anyone has any experience with the uses and importance let know.
There are quite a few other interesting and valuable uses for olive oil, which is truly a gift from Mother Nature. Let us know how you use it by sharing your ideas here after all no knowledge is wasted.
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