Research
shows that adding olive oil to a diet leads to improved cardiovascular
outcomes.
The
analysis shows that eating more than 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil per day lowers
one’s risk of cardiovascular disease by 15 percent and the risk of coronary
heart disease by 21 percent.
Olive
oil is a simple way to replace unhealthy, saturated and trans-fatty acids of
animal fats with a source of omega-3 fatty acids that reduce inflammation and
improve cholesterol,
Animal-based
fats such as margarine, butter, dairy fat and mayonnaise are less healthy than
olive oil when it comes to supporting heart health.
The
findings show that olive oil is not the only oil that contains these benefits.
There are also positive associations with other plant oils, such as corn or
safflower oil, although more research is needed to confirm the effects of plant
oils on health outcomes.
While
replacing animal fats with olive or vegetable oil is a strong step toward
improved cardiovascular health, it is hardly the be-all and end-all. Good heart
health also requires physical activity and a balanced diet.
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