Mediterranean Diet: Why You Should Make Extra Virgin Olive Oil Part Of Your Diet

Posted on December 27, 2008

The abundant use of olives and extra virgin olive oil truly defines the traditional Mediterranean Diet. In fact it is the principal fat source and the culinary foundation for Mediterranean cuisine.

Why?

For centuries, olive oil has been a major player in the low incidence of heart disease among Mediterranean populations. Extensive research has shown that olive oil not only prevents damage to your arteries, but it also reverses high levels of cholesterol in your blood and lowers blood pressure.

Here’s the proof…

Why Extra Virgin Olive Oil is an Irreplaceable Source of Fat When It Comes to Your Heart

In a study conducted by Montoya and associates, participants followed four types of diets for a five-week period:

Heart Revolution Reviewed – How You Can Reduce The Risk Of Heart Attach And Alzheimers Disease

Posted on November 28, 2008

Research in The Heart Revolution by Kilmer McCully, MD of Harvard Medical School, says that the risk of heart disease is not due to cholesterol. He found that a rouge amino acid called homocysteine (homo-SIS-teen) causes the formation of arterial plaque, which blocks arteries and can lead to heart attacks and strokes.

The problem evidently occurs from a lack of vitamins B-12, B-6, and folic acid. In addition, an elevated level of homocysteine causes plaque to form around brain cell neurons and nearly doubles the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. But, this cannot happen to you or your love-ones, right? In your dreams, maybe not.