Olive Oil – A Super Food

Why is olive oil so good for you?

• Olive oil is high in monounsaturated fat which may help lower cholesterol.
• Olive oil contains antioxidants (polyphenols) which have anti-inflammatory properties.
• Be sure to use extra-virgin olive oil to ensure it is not overly processed.
• Olive oil is also good for skin, hair and nails, and is in many shampoos and skin care lines today.

How to use it?

• You can swap olive oil for butter in certain recipes.
• Olive oil can be used to condition hair!
• Here are some Fit Journey recipes that use olive oil: Shrimp Skewers, Hummus, Summer Squash, and Portobello Mushroom Burgers!