2007-07-25 22:54:41 · 6 answers · asked by flyingwithachimp 1 in Food & Drink ➔ Other - Food & Drink
I'm from Italy, I can answer you better than anyone else:
olive oil is one of the most important element of mediterranean diet; is the best kind of fat you can eat 'cause totally vegetal and natural, especially the extravirgin.
The best way to use it is uncooking it!
Enjoy!
2007-07-25 23:05:37 · answer #1 · answered by gtromb81 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is better for you than regular vegetable oil, because olives contain good cholesterol, which helps to reduce your HDL cholesterol levels. That does not mean you should be drinking it, but obviously if you can substitute it in cooking then go ahead. I would not recommend olive oil in cakes and muffins because it has a strong taste.
2007-07-26 06:00:01 · answer #2 · answered by ellen d 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Good for preventing many health problems. *Eat more Olive Oil!*
2007-07-26 06:01:38 · answer #3 · answered by gulfbreeze8 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, not if you drink it by the cup,as an aunt of mine does. We do need a small amount of fat in our diet, and olive oil is a plant based polyunsaturated source.
And it tastes good.
2007-07-26 05:59:26 · answer #4 · answered by barbara 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes, that kind of oil is healthy.. it adds flavor plus some nutrients too..
2007-07-26 06:05:06 · answer #5 · answered by nhikki_smilez 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, especially the extra virgin type
2007-07-26 05:57:54 · answer #6 · answered by Maggie 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋