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Olive oil is extracted from the fruit of the evergreen Oleaceae tree using different processes, some cold pressed and some using heat. Extra virgin olive oil is the best variety and ideal for salad dressings and for flavouring food. Olive oil varies from green to yellow in color depending on the olives used in its production. It also has variations in its taste according to the region and country it originates from and on the degree of refinement involved in its overall production Whilst the Mediterranean countries including Spain, Italy and Greece dominate in the production and consumption of olive oil, other countries including Australia, America and Canada are showing an increase in its consumption every year. Advantages of using olive oil by Katerina Nikolas People in Mediterranean countries have grown up amidst the olive trees and have long known the advantages of using olive oil in their everyday lives. They are often amazed that those in other countrie...More> 8 articles Write The health value of olives and olive oil by Katerina Nikolas The olive fruit holds some amazing attributes. Researchers across the world are increasingly discovering more health benefits than originally known, both from the olives and the oil they pro...More> 4 articles Write
	The difference between virgin and regular olive oils by Janet Mcleod In the United States, "Extra Virgin" may mean little when describing olive oil, as the Department of Agriculture does not officially recognize the classification. Why? Because the United States does n...More> 10 articles Write When to use olive oil in your cooking by Rex Trulove When figuring out when you should use olive oil, more than one consideration must be taken into account. Health factors are important, but so are the expense and the cooking characteristics of the oil...More> Write
How to use olive oil as a condiment by Joan Mccord Fine olive oil, like fine wine, is readily available and delicious.Look for "extra-virgin" on the label. This simply means, among other things, that the oil contains less than 1 percent oleic acid, wh...More> 7 articles Write How to use olive oil in low fat cooking by Mona Gallagher Olive oil is gaining a reputation for great cooking and the benefits of using a healthy fat means that you're looking out for your family's health. For use in low fat cooking, olive oil is a great cho...More> 5 articles Write Interesting facts about olive oil Olive oil does not require refrigeration, if stored in a cool place away from sunlight and heat; it can keep for up to two years. Olives have very low calorific content. A fully ripe olive is found to have only 9 calories. To produce the finest olive oil, only hand-picked, fully ripe and undamaged olives will be used. For relief from toothache, mix a few drops of clove oil with olive oil and dab on the painful tooth Olive oil can be warmed up and massaged to relieve painful and stiff muscles and tendons. In ancient Greece olive oil was considered a symbol of peace, wisdom and victory. Greek Olympic Game winners were crowned with a wreath of the wild olive. The olive and its oil is mentioned in many religions including Christianity, Judaism and Islam
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Benefits of Olive Oil

Olive oil is high in healthy monounsaturated fats. This means it helps to reduce the 'bad' cholesterol in the body and lowers the risk of a heart attack.
Olive oil contains polyphenols which are natural anti-oxidants. They help the body fight illnesses.
The most expensive form of olive oil is extra virgin olive oil. It is considered the best as it is obtained from the first pressing of the olives. It is least acidic and has the fruitiest flavour.
Olive oil has moisturizing qualities. It can alleviate dry skin conditions like eczema and reduce the appearance of stretch marks.
Regular use of olive oil moisturises the scalp and clears dandruff.

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Eight surprising uses for olive oil | Yahoo! Green
Jun 29, 2009 ... Olive oil has many valuable uses beyond cooking, from personal care to home improvement to natural remedies and beyond.
History of Olive Oil
There are stone mortars and presses used for olive oil extraction that date back to 5000 BC ( History of olive oil in Israel ). Archaeological findings from ...