Question 1

dose olive oil have any drug interactions?

Accepted Answer

No: None that i'm aware of.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

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 4

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.

Question 5

why is olive oil healthy?

Accepted Answer

Loaded with: Healthy fats, no sugar.

Question 6

is olive oil good or bad?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

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 8

can olive oil help me gain weight?

Accepted Answer

Foods to help with : healthy weight gain: almonds, cashews, pecans, sunflower seeds, flax seeds, walnuts, hummus,  avocados, granola, trail mix, dried fruits, extra virgin olive oil, canola oil, protein shakes, protein bars, lean meats, poultry, fish, Smoothies (with added silken tofu or powdered milk),  Greek yogurt (full –fat), pasta/ bagels &amp; use of juice rather than soda. Some people add whey proteins.

Question 9

does olive oil get me extra weight?

Accepted Answer

You bet!: Hi. Yes, you bet. 9 calories/gram...just like every other oil or triglyceride source (soy, corn, safflower, canola, lard, Crisco, etc, etc)

Question 10

olive oil  massage can groth peniss?

Accepted Answer

No effect: There are many home remedies stated to cause penile enlargement.  None of them work and olive oil is one of those non-effective ideas.

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