Olive Oil: Good for the Body Inside and Out
I think all of us have heard about the Mediterranean diet, right? This diet incorporates the basics of healthy eating used by countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea. Research has shown that the traditional Mediterranean diet reduces the risk of heart disease. There are also studies that showed following this diet was associated with a reduced risk incidence of cancer and Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease.
via azfamily.com
Excellent article about olive oil, both for beauty and health. Make sure you use extra virgin olive oil (much higher in antioxidants than other grades of olive oil) and my recommendation is to not heat it. I use olive oil in salads, and coconut oil for cooking.
