Olive Oil and Long Life
07-10-2022
16:05
The positive effect of olive oil on cardiovascular health has been a well-known fact for years, but its other effects on human health are not widely known. In January 2022, the American Heart Association published an article on the preventive effect of olive oil consumption in adults on various diseases and deaths. The findings revealed a correlation between olive oil and long life.
This is not surprising considering that olive oil contains healthy unsaturated fats, antioxidants, and vitamin E. In a study conducted by observing the dietary habits of 60,500 women and 31,000 men without initial signs of cardiovascular disease or cancer, their dietary habits were re-evaluated every 4 years.
As olive oil consumption increased, the overall and disease-specific mortality rates decreased. When olive oil replaced margarine, animal fats, and the widely used mayonnaise in the US, the risk of disease and death further decreased.
• Consumption of more than one tablespoon of olive oil per day reduced the risk of death from cardiovascular disease by 19%.
• The rate of death from cancer is 17% lower in those who use olive oil more.
• The risk of death from neurodegenerative diseases such as MS, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's decreases by 29%. It was observed that when participants replaced 10 grams / 1 tablespoon of margarine, animal fat, and mayonnaise with olive oil, the risk of death decreased between 8% and 34%.
How to incorporate olive oil into your diet?
While olive oil helps fight high cholesterol, high blood pressure, insulin resistance, and infection, it also supports good cholesterol / HDL, skin, and brain health. New research shows that compounds in olive oil keep the brain young and active, preventing Alzheimer's disease.
Is all olive oil the same? How should olive oil be purchased?
• Especially when it is desired to be consumed for a healthy life and to get maximum benefit from its ingredients, attention should be paid to it being cold-pressed and extra virgin.
• Manufacturer and certification should be checked on the packaging.
• Preference should be given to tin or glass packaging.
How to extend the shelf life of olive oil?
Olive oil should be stored in dark-colored glass bottles, in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Plastic packaging damages the quality of olive oil.
Ways to add olive oil to your diet:
It is necessary to consume 1 to 3 tablespoons of olive oil daily to benefit from its advantages.
To increase daily usage:
• You can mix olive oil with vinegar or lemon for salad dressings and marinades.
• You can use it while cooking or add it afterwards to better absorb its flavor.
• You can cook grills and vegetables with olive oil, or add it to dishes cooked in steam later.
• You can drizzle it over dishes like pasta and pizza.
You can choose our Dizem Extra Virgin Olive Oil for Hot Meals, Frying, or Pastries. It is a delicious alternative for customers who do not want to use sunflower oil in their meals.