Question 1

is olive oil safe to tan with?

Accepted Answer

No: It has no spf and can cause the skin to burn  leading to skin damage and skin cancer.

Question 2

can too much olive oil make you sick?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Too much of anything can make you sick.

Question 3

can't we use olive oil for cooking on high flame?

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Olive oil: Olive oil is highly combustible and therefore it is not recommended  for cooking with a high flame.

Question 4

what is the healthier type of olive oil to use for cooking?

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Olive oil: Any kind of olive oil is good for cooking, extra virgin, virgin and all are ok.

Question 5

why is olive oil considered better for your health than other oils?

Accepted Answer

Contains MUFA's: Olive oil contains a healthier type of fat called  "monounsaturated fat" (MUFA) compared to saturated fats like butter or trans-fats used as an additive in many processed foods. MUFA's benefit by lowering total &amp; LDL cholesterol levels. Replacing bad fats in your diet with MUFA's can lower your risk of heart disease &amp; is beneficial to type 2 Diabetes. Limit daily fat intake to 20-35% of calories.

Question 6

can olive oil cure dandruff?

Accepted Answer

NO: Olive oil may make the dandruff worse! dandruff can be cured by shampooing often. (daily if possible) and with a tar shampoo such as t-gel or tarsum or head & shoulders (all are over the counter). I have no financial interest in these.

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

could i use olive oil to remove dandruff?

Accepted Answer

Not effective: I am not aware of this being an effective treatment.

Question 9

dose olive oil have any drug interactions?

Accepted Answer

No: None that i'm aware of.

Question 10

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;

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