http://www.trailfire.com/InfoGeek/trails/38576InfoGeek/trails60http://www.trailfire.com/InfoGeek/marks/104995Monounsaturated fats score over polyunsaturated fats in many ways. They are more stable and so generate less of free radicals that create harmful blood cholesterol. They also cause less production of bile thereby providing protection from colon cancer. It is best to choose the least processed form of olive oil and to keep it away from light and heat so that its phytochemical content is maintained.]]>Why is Olive oil healthy? InfoGeekFri, 01 Jun 2007 00:10:21 -0700trailfire:markId:104995http://www.trailfire.com/InfoGeek/marks/104996Olive oil is believed to be a fat that helps us lose fat. This is what a recent study shows. And once obesity is controlled there are quite a few health problems that get solved on their own too. Of course olive oil is also helpful in o\proving protection against arteriosclerosis, it is a cancer inhibitor, good for the digestive tract and even helps in

controlling blood sugar.]]>Why is Olive oil healthy? InfoGeekFri, 01 Jun 2007 00:13:10 -0700trailfire:markId:104996http://www.trailfire.com/InfoGeek/marks/104998The health benefits of olive oil that ancient Greeks knew well are now being rediscovered by scientists. Hippocrates has also referred to the various health benefits of olive oil.. The consumption of olive oil is especially good for children as it contributes a lot to the development of the brain and bones in the growth stage.]]>Why is Olive oil healthy? InfoGeekFri, 01 Jun 2007 00:14:03 -0700trailfire:markId:104998http://www.trailfire.com/InfoGeek/marks/104999Present day research rates the Mediterranean diet as one of the healthiest in the world and the reason for this is the liberal use of olive oil. The antioxidants in olive oil discourage the clogging of arteries and also inhibit other dreaded diseases like cancer. Olive oil promotes the secretion of pancreatic juices thus aiding the digestive process in a natural manner.]]>Why is Olive oil healthy? InfoGeekFri, 01 Jun 2007 00:15:35 -0700trailfire:markId:104999http://www.trailfire.com/InfoGeek/marks/105000The presence of an inflammation inside the body for a long time can lead to damage to internal organs. Chronic inflammation has been known to contribute to cardiovascular diseases. The regular consumption of olive oil reduces inflammation thus reducing the risk of complications caused by inflammations.]]>Why is Olive oil healthy? InfoGeekFri, 01 Jun 2007 00:17:17 -0700trailfire:markId:105000