Reasons why you should consume a spoonful of olive oil every morning

Olive oil is not only used in the kitchen, but also in medicine, pharmacy or for personal hygiene. What makes olive oil a super food is the high level of monounsaturated fats, especially oleic acid and various antioxidants.

Due to the many benefits it brings to health, olive oil has been called the "Mediterranean miracle".

If you will consume a teaspoon of olive oil every morning, you will prevent these diseases:

One of the causes of Alzheimer's disease is the increased accumulation of amino acids in the brain. A group of experts at the University of Louisiana have discovered that a phenolic compound called "oleocanthal", found in extra virgin olive oil, has the power to control the level of these amino acids and purify them.

The properties of extra virgin olive oil are good for fighting various types of cancer. The two types of cancer that are tested most often are related to the digestive system and breast cancer.

Olive oil is rich in oleic acid, which prevents the formation of cancer cells, and phenolic antioxidants, which have anti-cancer properties.

Consumption of extra virgin olive oil by patients suffering from type 2 diabetes helps them lower their blood sugar levels and also helps regulate blood pressure.

Other health benefits of olive oil:

Strengthens the immune system: antioxidants in olive oil protect the immune system from infections.

Protects the heart: olive oil helps balance cholesterol levels, informs health+.

Helps in weight loss:  olive oil helps you burn excess fat, of course combined with diet and exercise.

Here is how much olive oil you should consume every day to cure various diseases:

For high blood pressure: 30-40 ml of extra virgin olive oil, as part of the diet. Another option is using 400 mg of olive leaf extract 4 times a day.

For the prevention of heart diseases: 50 ml per day.

For high cholesterol: 23 ml of olive oil daily (about 2 teaspoons).