Olive oil, an essential wonder.
Olive oil is the most easily digestible of fats.
When consumed before a good meal, it provides protection for the stomach’s lining and helps prevent ulcers. It also has a beneficial effect on illnesses associated with the biliary tracts and gall bladder.
Olive Oil
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Virgin olive oil has the ability to preserve its flavour, aroma, vitamins and antioxidants, being the only vegetable oil that can be consumed directly in a virgin and raw state. Research proves that countries where the traditional diet is rich in olive oil, as seen throughout the Mediterranean, have a far lower rate of cardiovascular illness.
