Question 1

is olive oil good or bad?

Accepted Answer

Neither good nor bad: It is a useful item in a good diet

Question 2

what are the good effects of olive oil?

Accepted Answer

Olive oil: Olive oil has 8.1 mcg of vitamin K, 1.9 mg of vitamin E &amp; 1.9 grams of saturated fat. Olive oil also contains 30mg of phytosterols which helps to keep cholesterol low.

Question 3

does extra virgin olive oil good for cooking?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Olive oil has good health benefits especially cold pressed. It is healthy to minimize fried food.

Question 4

is olive oil good for cooking and if yes then which kind of olive oil....virgin or normal.?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Possibly virgin: A  trial in 200 men showed :  oil with higher amounts of polyphenols, virgin olive oil, had greater effects in raising hdl-c and lowering oxidized LDL than refined olive oil. This study does appear to show that other components apart from monounsaturated fatty acids, affect lipid levels, it is uncertain whether it was actually the polyphenols that resulted in these differential benefits.

Question 5

i consume a lot of olive oil on a daily basis, i know it is suppose to be good for you, but is it too much?

Accepted Answer

Good for you: Anything in xs is probably not that good. Xs would likely result in loose stools or diarrhea. Would reduce your intake if this occurs. By and large olive oil consumption is healthy & good for you.

Question 6

is olive oil good for treating sunburns?

Accepted Answer

Not really: Cool compresses; aloe vera gel (avoid the ones with Benzocaine as they can cause allergic skin reaction); topical otc steroid cream for more painful burns (remember to use very sparingly to avoid potential skin damage). Prevention is even better: sun blocks that protect against uva & uvb applied b4 exposure; long sleeves, broad-brimmed hats, pants. For sever blistering, see fp.

Question 7

is virgin olive oil good for the skin?

Accepted Answer

Yes: In small amounts, it can be used as a moisturizer.

Question 8

is olive oil good for health when heated??

Accepted Answer

Try coconut oil: Some people believe that heating olive oil excessively denatures it and may cause the formation of toxic compounds; it may be better to add olive oil after cooking than during; it is believed that coconut oil is better for cooking with high heat; or butter;

Question 9

is olive oil good for you when you have a cold?

Accepted Answer

Hmm?: Some people use garlic - olive oil mix for colds (I don't know if it is helpful) but I can't find any literature on use of olive oil (solo) for upper respiratory infections.

Question 10

i heard olive oil is good for skin. can i use the extra virgin olive cooking oil to apply on my skin?

Accepted Answer

Go ahead: But it might be comedogenic so try it on places that are facial.

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