Health Facts 

• Consumption of olive oil, particularly the extra-virgin variety, is associated with reduced risks of cardiovascular disease and mortality in individuals with high cardiovascular risk. 

• The compound Oleocanthal, contained in virgin olive oils, has similar anti-inflammatory properties to Ibuprofen. 

• Helps reduce blood pressure 

• Reduces the chance of obesity 

• People with diets containing high levels of olive oil are less likely to develop rheumatoid arthritis 

• Reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes 

• Olive oil contains - moderate amounts of vitamins E & K 

• Beneficial fatty acids - loads of antioxidants 

• Olives and olive oil, especially extra-virgin, contain substantial amounts of compounds deemed to be anticancer agents. 

• There is preliminary evidence that olive oil can help prevent cancer and Alzheimer’s 

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