A daily spoonful of olive oil, often referred to as “liquid gold,” could be a lifesaver.
This monounsaturated fat is packed with healthy chemicals and antioxidants not found in processed or animal fats.
Research suggests that switching to olive oil can offer a host of health benefits. One of the most well-known uses of olive oil is as a natural laxative, helping to ease constipation.
“Constipation happens because your colon (large intestine) absorbs too much water from your poop. This dries out your poop, making it hard in consistency and difficult to push out of your body,” according to a paper published by the Cleveland Clinic.
Olive oil contains lipids that help soothe the inside of the colon and soften faeces by allowing it to absorb more water.
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How much olive oil should you have each day?
It’s particularly beneficial to have one or two teaspoons of olive oil first thing in the morning when you’re hungry. This allows the oil to coat the stomach, promoting better digestion, eliminating waste, and controlling gut bacteria throughout the day.
What type of olive oil is best?
There are many types of olive oil, with flavours and properties varying based on the kind of olives used and the number of pressings they undergo.
Some types of olive oil are heated to extract as much liquid as possible from the fruit. However, extra virgin olive oil is made without refinement by a cold-pressing method that preserves some of the antioxidants and bioactive compounds.
Experts recommend drizzling a spoonful of extra virgin olive oil over your food to absorb as many nutrients as possible.
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