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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.

Dr Villaplana agreed

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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.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 7/13/2012

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