Homer called it "liquid gold" and in the Odyssey the goddess Athena gives him an ampoule to make him gain strength and beauty. A study on 4000 women has shown the effectiveness of extra virgin olive oil in reducing the probability of breast cancer. It is also able to reduce cardiovascular disease by 30%, reducing the risk of heart attack, stroke, atherosclerosis and hypertension. The polyphenols contained in the oil are able to bring benefits to the heart and blood vessels. The nutritional value of oleic acid and omega 3 and 6 polyunsaturated fatty acids is excellent.

Sources: Fonti: “La dieta Smart Food” Eliana Liotta

“While bad fat can harm your health, good fat can have astonishing effects. Anyone who spends a few euros more on cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil is investing in a balm for the heart and blood vessels”