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August 08, 2022
Regular olive oil consumers have a 41% lower risk of stroke than those who do not include olive elixir in their diet.
Regular consumption of olive oil protects against stroke, according to a study published in the journal Neurology .
According to the American Heart Association, strokes are becoming more common. Bulgaria does not differ from the alarming statistics. According to the latest data, our country ranks first in Europe in strokes in men.
Researchers from the University of Bordeaux examined medical records and the consumption of olive oil in 7,625 participants over the age of 65 who had no history of stroke at the start of the study. After about 5 years, 148 registered cases of stroke were reported.
It is found that those who regularly consume olive oil have a 41% lower risk of stroke than those who do not include vegetable fat in their diet.
Olive oil varies according to the degree of processing. The more raw it is, the higher the polyphenol content. Powerful antioxidants are needed by our body to fight free radicals that damage cells.
Another study found that olive oil preserves the elasticity of the arteries and prevents the development of heart disease.
Spanish researchers have found a link between high olive oil consumption and low risk of cancer by analyzing several studies. Experts conclude that olive oil increases the body's defenses against cancer cells. The natural product helps stop their growth and protects against potentially carcinogenic DNA damage.
Eating a salad flavored with olive oil every day provides a good precaution against the development of breast cancer, say Spanish scientists from the University of Autònoma de Barcelona.
Expert Dr. Eduard Esrich recommends daily consumption of olive elixir 50 ml of olive oil, equivalent to 5 tablespoons of the invaluable liquid.