Olive Oil Boosts The Function of Blood Vessels, But Beware Of The Source

'These days, we must be very cautious of the type of olive oil we purchase since the largest majority use fillers and many are not olive oil at all. However, there is no doubting the benefits of quality olive oil to our cardiovascular system and health. Supplementing the diet with olive oil may improve the function of cells lining blood vessels in people with atherosclerosis, says a new study from the US and Italy.'

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WORLD’S MOST EXOTIC COOKING OILS

'Often touted as one of the pillars of a “healthy” kitchen, olive oil is the most widely used beneficial cooking oil. However, there are a wealth of other wholesome options that shouldn’t be overlooked. Say farewell to trans-fats, hydrogenated shortenings, and heavily saturated fats like palm oil…and make some room for some flavorful, unsaturated options in your pantry.


More and more exotic oils are popping up every day, making it easy to sample terroirs from around the world. Here, five that topped our taste test.'




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