Oil and Health
Oil and Health
Italian extra virgin olive oil is an irreplaceable condiment in Mediterranean cuisine and is considered a true ally of our health:
It protects cells and slows down the ageing process of the skin: it has an important antioxidant effect as it contains substances such as vitamin E, polyphenols, phytosterols, chlorophylls and carotenoids, that counteract the activity of free radicals and slowing down cells ageing
It prevents high blood pressure and cardiovascular diseases such as heart attacks, thanks to the action of unsaturated acids such as oleic acid
It lowers LDL levels (the 'bad' cholesterol) without affecting HDL levels (the 'good' cholesterol)
It plays an important protective role for the stomach lining
As it improves digestion, it is recommended in the diet of children from weaning onwards, as its balance of polyunsaturated fatty acids is similar to that of breast milk and its intake ensures healthy development of the organism
It stimulates bone mineralisation and promotes calcium absorption through the intake of vitamin D
In pregnant women, it promotes the optimal development of the nervous system of the unborn child
For athletes it provides readily digestible high energy
It protects cells and slows down the ageing process of the skin: it has an important antioxidant effect as it contains substances such as vitamin E, polyphenols, phytosterols, chlorophylls and carotenoids, that counteract the activity of free radicals and slowing down cells ageing
It prevents high blood pressure and cardiovascular diseases such as heart attacks, thanks to the action of unsaturated acids such as oleic acid
It lowers LDL levels (the 'bad' cholesterol) without affecting HDL levels (the 'good' cholesterol)
It plays an important protective role for the stomach lining
As it improves digestion, it is recommended in the diet of children from weaning onwards, as its balance of polyunsaturated fatty acids is similar to that of breast milk and its intake ensures healthy development of the organism
It stimulates bone mineralisation and promotes calcium absorption through the intake of vitamin D
In pregnant women, it promotes the optimal development of the nervous system of the unborn child
For athletes it provides readily digestible high energy