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A member asked:
I usually put 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil to a cup of rice for my every meal, is it safe and healthy or not?
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Yes: Safe , healthy and recommended.
Answered 7/12/2012
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Safe.: Like butter on toast. But because olive oil is high in oleic acid it is possibly better for your long term heart health.
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Olive oil: Olive oil is one of those healthy foods and will lower your cholesterol. So it is not likely that eating more of it will do you any harm.
Answered 7/13/2012
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