Olive Oil

By Angela Ogunjimi



Olive Oil

Olive oil a highly aromatic monounsaturated fat that contains healthy antioxidants and can lower your LDL cholesterol. Olive oil is extracted from tree-ripened olives, and ranges in color from deep amber yellow to green. Olive oils are graded according to their level of acidity and the process used to extract oil. "Virgin" olive oil has been cold-pressed, or made using no heat or chemicals, and contains low acid levels. Consuming about 2 tablespoons of olive oil daily can reduce your risk of heart disease. Use olive oil to sauté food, or use it instead of butter on your bread, pasta and vegetables.