Tag: Olive

They are rich in antioxidants, healthy monounsaturated fats and are antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antiviral. They are great for your heart, liver, metabolic health, and so much more. Are olives good for cirrhosis of liver? A study from Spain showed that treatment with a balanced diet rich in olive oil contributed to the recovery of the […]

A study from Spain showed that treatment with a balanced diet rich in olive oil contributed to the recovery of the liver from hepatic steatosis[46]. This was achieved by decreasing activation of hepatic stellate cells by MUFAs, which are less susceptible to lipid peroxidation compared to PUFAs. Are olives good for liver disease? Studies show […]

Use canned olives sparingly to add bursts of flavor to your meal without consuming too much sodium. Start your day with Mediterranean scrambled eggs; this mixture of whole eggs, egg whites, diced tomatoes, chopped spinach and sliced black canned olives makes for a filling and flavorful breakfast. Is it healthy to eat whole can of […]

The essential fatty acids in olives also increase the levels of high-density lipoproteins, HDLs, which basically bulldoze those LDLs right out of your bloodstream. This means your body works more efficiently at all of its tasks, including burning calories. Are olives good for metabolism? Olives are a scrumptious snack that boasts healthy fats and polyphenol […]

Best bread for dipping Some of my favorite breads to dip into the Italian bread dipping oil are Olive Bread, No-Knead Bread, French Bread, or Crusty Ciabatta Rolls. A little tip – if you let the bread sit in the oil for a good minute or two, it absorbs even more of it’s delicious flavor! […]

Olive oil spread is better for you than butter or margarine and it’s great on toast. It’s also really easy to make your own! Can I use olive oil instead of butter for toast? Use Olive Oil to Toast Sandwiches For a gourmet grilled cheese sandwich, try using olive oil instead of butter. It’s a […]

By increasing the amount of unsaturated fats, such as olive oil, in your diet you can reduce your risk of heart disease, ldl cholesterol, some cancers and obesity. Not a bad outcome from simply dipping olive oil in your daily bread, we thought. Is it healthy to eat olive oil with bread? Dunking your bread […]

San Marino has by far the largest per capita consumption of olive oil worldwide, around 24 l of olive oil per person per year; Greece, Spain and Italy, around 14 l; Tunisia, Portugal, Syria, Jordan and Lebanon, around 8 l; Israel, around 3.5 l. Which country eats most olive? Spain was the leading country in […]

Just toast slices of your favourite bread, then drizzle with olive oil and scatter with salt. Serve with soups, stews, bolognese, salads, and everything in between. Is olive oil on toast good for you? By increasing the amount of unsaturated fats, such as olive oil, in your diet you can reduce your risk of heart […]

However, olive oil is lower in the saturated fats that put you at risk of heart disease and high LDL cholesterol, and has more heart-healthy monounsaturated fats than butter, being a preference of the American Heart Association and anyone looking for those good HDL and cholesterol numbers (which is easy to see in the Can […]

Substitute three-quarters of the butter in a recipe with olive oil. For example, if a recipe calls for 1 stick of butter (8 tablespoons), use 6 tablespoons oil. What is the olive oil equivalent to butter? Baking with Olive Oil Butter Olive Oil 1 Tablespoon 2 ¼ Teaspoons 2 Tablespoons 1 ½ Tablespoons ¼ Cup […]

In a nutshell, butter is much higher in saturated fats than olive oil, made of 63% saturated fat as compared to approximately 14% for olive oil. As olive oil is also high in vitamins E and K, beneficial fatty acids, and antioxidants that help reduce inflammation, olive oil is considered to be healthier than butter. […]

It is faith in Jesus Christ and the power of the priesthood that heals. So why is olive oil used? Anciently, oil pressed from olives was considered the cleanest, clearest, brightest-burning, longest-lasting of all animal and vegetable oils. It was also the purest of oils and was thus appropriate for holy anointings. What does God […]

Adult diners given olive oil for their bread used 26% more oil on each piece of bread compared to those who were given block butter, but they ended up eating 23% less bread in total. The researchers found: Olive oil users used 26% more olive oil on each slice of bread compared to block butter […]

Extra virgin olive oil can easily be substituted for butter in several recipes, in everything from breads to cookies to brownies to pies. But using extra virgin olive oil in a recipe that calls for butter isn’t quite an equal comparison. When a recipe calls for butter, you’ll want to use ¾ of that amount. […]

But which fat is the best to cookto cookA cuisine is a style of cooking characterized by distinctive ingredients, techniques and dishes, and usually associated with a specific culture or geographic region. Regional food preparation techniques, customs and ingredients often combine to create dishes unique to a region.https://en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Cuisine Which is better […]

The ancient Greeks ascribed the olives divine origins. Homer attributed olive oil as liquid gold and Sophocles, entitled the olive tree “the tree that feeds children”. Olives were regarded a symbol of peace, while olive branches were regarded as a sign of respect in ancient times. Why was olive important to ancient Greece? An olive […]

Oil massage Using natural oils like olive oil can help tighten loose skin. Olive oil contains antioxidants like vitamin A and E loaded with anti-aging properties. Warm a little bit of oil, and massage deep into skin for 20 minutes with your fingers in a circular motion. Which oil is best for skin tightening? Top […]

The ancient Greeks used olive oil not only in their cooking, but in many other facets of their lives –their sports, health, in rituals, and as a status symbol. The olive tree and its fruit were considered sacred. Why do Greeks use so much oil? As the years went by olive oil maintained its presence, […]

Olive cultivation has been a pillar of Italian culture and economy since antiquity and olive growing continues to thrive even today in many regions. Puglia alone has 32% of all the olive groves in Italy, and is among the leading regions for olive production (Istat 2019). Are there olives in Italy? There are literally hundreds […]