The elixir of life
Apart from its flavor, medical studies have discovered the great importance of olive oil to health and the longevity of life. This mainly applies to Extra Virgin olive oil.
Its therapeutic and beneficial attributes have been known and respected for thousands of years. Studies of today’s scientific community have recognized the Cretan diet as one of the healthiest worldwide.Needless to say, Cretan olive oil, which is rich in non-saturated fat acids, is the main reason for this recognition.
Simply put, olive oil decreases the chance of heart disease by lowering LDL cholesterol (“bad” cholesterol) which is responsible for the creation of fat deposits in the arteries.
However, olive oil does not affect HDL cholesterol (“good” cholesterol) which works against fat deposits which may have already developed.
Olive oil helps to regulate the metabolism and the development of the brain and bones in children. It is also a source of vitamin E for children and adults.
As it is a natural antioxidant, olive oil slows down the biological ageing process. It reduces the over production of acids and the digestive system, therefore reducing the appearance of ulcers and other gastroenteric problems.
It is clear that olive oil is really miraculous for the health.
