A compound found in olive oil called oleocanthal fights inflammation in a manner similar to ibuprofen, inhibiting the cyclooxygenase enzymes involved in pain and inflammation responses. The amount of oleocanthal obtained from daily olive oil consumption would elicit a much smaller anti-inflammatory effect compared to medication, and more research is needed to determine whether olive oil consumption has any clinical effect on inflammation. However, some researchers speculate that the heart benefits of a Mediterranean-style diet, which includes ample amounts of olive oil, may be due in part to the anti-inflammatory properties of olive oil. The inflammation of tissues, such as those of the vascular system, plays a role in the development of heart disease. A great way to add olive oil to your diet is to replace creamy salad dressing high in saturated fats with a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

[kimmydawn]

EXTREMELY interesting pat!

[CompGeek]

Olive Oil I believe was also an ingrediant in Lorenzo's Oil. I am not sure if it what was part of that or one of the initial treatments that his parents developed. (the oil slowed the process of Mylan deteriation and I think actually promoted mylan growth).

[(JD)]

Did they prove that? I eat Italian food everyday practically maybe that's why I don't have inflamation problems like doctors think I should???

i have olive oil every day and my smashed ankle has never bothered me. my surgeon told me, immediately, that it would. this info came from a medical magazine.

[(JD)]

aw fayerody you always find such interesting stuff!

[January]

Also, Omega 3 oil, (fish oil), is a great antiflammatory as well as very good for mental health. It's been proven over and over again.

Cheers!

Jan

my reading matter is very, very extensive......