QUALITIES OF EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL (FROM TRADITIONAL SOURCES)

HEALTH BENEFITS:

1. Olive oil contains high levels of monounsaturated fatty acids, which promote good cholesterol (HDL) while reduces bad cholesterol (LDL). 
2. It is gentle on the digestive system, and also prevents gallstones. 
3. It also soothes ulcers. 
4. Olive oil of good quality contains many valuable nutrients and vitamins and it is loaded with antioxidants, which also help protect the body from cancer.
5. Olive oil can be used for solving snoring problem. Just take a teaspoon of olive oil before bed. This will lubricate and soothe your throat to cut down on snoring. 
6. Warm some olive oil and apply to the outside of the ear cavity to ease pain and loosen ear wax. Putting warm drops directly in the ear is an old remedy for earaches.
7. Some people take a teaspoon every morning to cure their stomach ulcer or indigestion.
8. Taking 1 tablespoon of olive oil mixed with 4 ounces of citrus juice or vinegar every morning has cured gallbladder pain.

OLIVE OIL FOR BEAUTY:

1. Moisturiser: Olive oil can be used as a moisturizer. It is a wonderful skin treatment. It is useful for fighting skin cancer and aging.Whether applied to face or body,olive oil will penetrate deep into the skin. It provides a long-lasting moisture shield to keep skin smooth and supple. Used either as a night cream or daily moisturizer, it is best applied to damp skin, when water can help reduce any feeling of greasiness. We recommend using extra virgin olive oil.
2. Shavingcream: Use olive oil as an alternative to shaving cream.It also makes a great "personal lubricant"!
3. Dry hair:For frizzy and dry hair, warm enough olive oil to cover your hair and scalp. Cover your head and leave on for 30 minutes or so. Then shampoo and rinse.
4. Acne: Olive oil is a good remedy for acne. Make a paste with 3 tablespoons organic extra virgin olive oil with 4 tablespoons salt (unrefined sea salt). Apply on your face and wash with warm, soapy water after 2-3 minutes. The salt will clean your pores and the olive oil will retain your skins natural moisture.
5. Removing maskara: Use olive oil to remove mascara.
6. Nail care: Extra virgin olive oil makes the perfect, simple solution for dry nails and cuticles. Simply rub a few drops into the cuticle area and around the nail. Cuticles stay plump and moist, and nails respond with a natural shine.