[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”7px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”8px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]The olive oilolive oil, essential in the Mediterranean diet, is known for its health benefits. But have you ever wondered what happens if you consume olive oil on an empty stomach? Or perhaps you have questioned whether there are any contraindications to doing so? So in this article, we are going to see whether or not the information associated with consuming olive oil on an empty stomach is true.
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What happens if I take a tablespoon of olive oil on an empty stomach every day?
Take a spoonful of olive oil on an empty stomach can have several benefits. The first of them, if you are a lover of this food as much as we are, is the flavor that will flood each of your taste buds. But apart from that, among the most notable ones, we find improved digestion, cardiovascular protection and a potential antioxidant effect.
- Improved digestion: consuming olive oil on an empty stomach can help lubricate the digestive tract, facilitating digestion and helping in cases of constipation. In addition, olive oil has a protective effect on the gastric mucosa, which could decrease the incidence of ulcers and gastritis.
- Cardiovascular protection: olive oil is rich in monounsaturated fatty acids, especially oleic acid, which has been shown to help reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol levels and increase HDL (good) cholesterol levels.
- Antioxidant effect: the olive oil contains several antioxidant compounds, such as vitamin E and polyphenols, which can help neutralize free radicals, protecting cells from damage and premature aging. As well as protecting blood vessels from inflammation and oxidative stress.
This custom of drinking olive oil on an empty stomach goes back generations. Surely you already knew it, and at home your grandparents or parents have recommended it to you on more than one occasion. So, what does the scientific evidence say about the benefits of consuming olive oil on an empty stomach? The European Food Safety Agency acknowledges in one of its opinions that olive oil on an empty stomach helps regulate triglyceride levels in the blood. But it should be kept in mind that this is an aid, not a way to cure diseases.
The most important thing is that everything goes together, that is, apart from including in your routine the intake of a spoonful of olive oil on an empty stomach, eat healthy, basing your diet on natural foods and minimizing processed foods, and do sports. Remember that everything consumed in excess, no matter how natural it may be, may not be good for your health. [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https://almazaraartal.com/tienda/” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Visita nuestra tienda online” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#7CDA24″ custom_margin=”49px||60px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_button][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ header_2_font_size=”22px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]
What are the contraindications of taking olive oil on an empty stomach?
To date, there is no study that shows that taking olive oil on an empty stomach has any contraindications. On the contrary, as we have told you above, there are studies that support this practice.
The only way in which both olive oil as any other source of fat could have contraindications, is if they are consumed in abundance. If you consume extra virgin olive oil in moderation and follow a balanced diet, you will help your body to live longer and with a better quality of life.
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