7 Surprising Health-Related Reasons to Consume More Olive Oil

BOHEMIA, N.Y., June 5, 2014 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- High quality extra virgin olive oil producer Bellucci Premium lists 7 surprising reasons as to why increased olive oil consumption can benefit overall health.

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A delicious, decadent, and aromatic additive to any dish, olive oil has much more to offer in than its sensual properties. Olive oil, including Tuscan olive oil, has been celebrated for its nutritional value for centuries. Here are some of the surprising health-related reasons to consume more olive oil:

1. Olive oil is rich in monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats.  While many may shiver from the utterance of the word "fat", these fats actually help support a healthy lifestyle.  Unsaturated fats are also known as 'healthy fats' that decrease heart disease risk. However they are rare in nature and are therefore difficult to obtain in a diet. Just one tablespoon of olive oil a day can deliver 10g of monounsaturated and 1.4g of polyunsaturated fats.
   
   
2. Increased olive oil consumption can help to reduce the risk of many cancers.  It is rich with free-radical fighting antioxidants including vitamin E, phenols, oleocanthal, and squalene.
   
   
3. Regular consumption of olive oil will help to reduce inflammation.  Most people do not know that inflammation in the body is one of the major causes of many chronic illnesses like cancer, heart disease, Alzheimer's, high blood pressure, and more.
   
   
4. A study conducted by the University of Bordeaux found that individuals who cooked regularly with olive oil instead of other oils has a 41% lower risk for stroke.  Butter and other oils can contain higher levels of saturated fats, which can harm the body if taken in high amounts.
   
   
5. According to a study conducted at a Spanish university, consumption of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats was proven to decrease depression risk, whereas trans-fat, a very harmful man-made fat, consumption was shown to increase the risk of depression.
   
   
6. 22% of the daily-recommended dose of vitamin K, which improves blood health and coagulation, can be found in just two tablespoons of olive oil.
   
   
7. Oleic acid and hydroxytyrosol, compounds found in olive oil, have been proven to prevent pancreatic diseases such as acute pancreatis and pancreatic cancer.

Bellucci offers three different types of oil, including an organic option, with a mild peppery flavor and fruity undertones that will satisfy any palate. Bellucci Premium Toscano extra virgin olive oil uses olives that are grown on the beautiful landscapes of Tuscany, and maintained by 3rd and 4th generation farmers.  The third type of oil Bellucci produces is the finest 100% Italian extra virgin olive oil, grown in many different regions of Italy.

Media Contact: Scott Darrohn, Bellucci Premium, 855-347-4228, [email protected]

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