1) Being rich in monounsaturated fats-which reduce bad cholesterol-olive oil fights against coronary heart disease.

2) Olive oil lowers high blood pressure. A US study suggests that those who consume it daily have much better-regulated blood pressure that those who don't.

3) Being rich in oleic acid, olive oil reduces the risk of breast cancer.

4) Rich in antioxidants and vitamins, it prevents various cancers, fights ageing and thus increases the life span.

5) It prevents diabetes, facilitates digestion, prevents formation of gallstones, fights dementia and tones the skin and hair.

6) Natural fat in olive oil enhances calcium absorption and prevents osteoporosis.

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