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Is extra virgin olive oil healthy when used in place of other sources of fat? does monousaturated fat in olive oil raise hdl?

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Olive oil: Monounsaturated oil is a better choice than most oils. It does not raise hdl.

Answered 9/26/2013

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Good choice: Because of its fat profile (saturated and trans versus monounsaturated and polyunsaturated), olive oil is considered a better oil with which to cook.

Answered 11/26/2014

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