Here are facts you probably didn`t know about olive oil

- Olive oil reduces bad cholesterol because it contains polyphenols, which helps keep your LDL cholesterol levels within limit.

- A specific polyphenol in olive oil is effective at protecting your red blood cells from oxidation, which causes ageing.

- Studies say that olive oil can prevent memory loss that accompanies Alzheimer`s disease.

- You can moisturise your skin using olive oil because it is closer in chemical structure to your skin`s natural oil than any other naturally occurring oil.

- The vitamin E present in olive oil will help keep your baked items moist and fresh longer than any other substance.


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