Health and Beauty — olive oil

Reasons to Consume High Quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil: High quality EVOO plays a key role in the prevention of heart disease by improving blood cholesterol levels. High quality EVOO contains monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that help the body absorb vitamins. High quality EVOO contains omega-3 fatty acids that are important in preventing cardiovascular disease.    Make your heart healthy by adding as little as two tablespoons of fresh EVOO a day to your everyday food.      Just Drizzle! On your salads Over-top your yogurt Into your smoothies  

Try applying Extra Virgin Olive Oil to damp skin before getting out of the shower as well, for a lovely moisturizer. http://www.oliveoiltimes.com/olive-oil-health-news/add-olive-oil-skin/45973

Cold and Cough Compress This folk cure has been relied on for centuries. Use it overnight to relieve congestion and coughs. 1/2c medium robust LG olive oil. 1/2c camphore (available in most pharmacies) 1/2c vinegar   1. Place all of the ingredients in a medium-sized bowl, and stir to combine. 2. When ready to use, soak a piece of clean woolen cloth in the mixture and wring out gently, leaving the cloth thoroughly saturated.  Apply the compress to the chest, overlapping with a dry piece of wool to keep the compress in place. *Wear a warm undershirt, and jammies. ...

Use this old remedy overnight to relieve congestion and coughs. 1/2 cup olive oil1/2 cup camphor (available in most pharmacies and health food stores)1/2 vinegar 1. Place all of the ingredients in a medium-sized bowl, and stir to combine2. To use, soak a piece of clean woolen cloth in the mixture and wring it out gently, leaving the cloth thoroughly saturated.  Apply the compress to the chest, cover the wet cloth with a dry piece of wool to keep it in place. Leave on overnight.