Guest guest Posted June 10, 2003 Report Share Posted June 10, 2003 Olive Oil JoAnn Guest Jun 09, 2003 17:43 PDT Olive Oil Active Ingredients Suggested Amount References Scientific Names: Olea europea L. [Fam. Oleaceae] Forms: Organic olive oil, cold-pressed Traditional Usage: - Antinflammatory - Blood Sugar Balancing - Blood Thinning - Bone and Joint Problems - Essential Fatty Acid (EFA) Deficiency - Lowering LDL Cholesterol - Vascular Disease - Wrinkles Overview: The cultivated olive, Olea europea L. [Fam. Oleaceae], is widespread in Eurasia and is one of about 20 species in the genus Olea. Fresh, ripe olives contain about 20 percent oil. Olive oil is most noted for it's heart-smart value as an important component of the Mediterranean diet that prevents vascular disease. Being very rich in oleic acid, a monounsaturated 'omega-9' fatty acid, olive oil is resistant to the formation of trans fatty acids and other free radical compounds that cause inflammation and cell damage. Olive oil also lowers high blood pressure. A Stanford Medical School study of seventy-six middle-aged men found that taking the equivalent of three tablespoons of olive oil daily lowered systolic pressure about nine points and diastolic pressure about six points. A study done at the University of Kentucky found that a mere two-thirds of a tablespoon of olive oil daily could do almost as well. Because eating oxidized fat triggers the release of insulin and the buildup of glucose in the blood, it is recommended that people used olive oil as the main dietary oil (or other oils rich in monosaturated fats like avocado, almonds and other nuts). Consuming oils rich in omega-6 fatty acids, like corn, sunflower and safflower oils, can cause the blood to be infused with free radical peroxides. If the body doesn't have enough antioxidants to mop them up, the radicals shut down an enzyme that metabolizes sugar and then glucose levels build up in the blood and this stimulates insulin secretion. High blood sugar and blood insulin damages the vascular system. In a clinical trial with humans, olive oil prevented these effects, whereas sunflower oil, rich in linoleic acid, did not. Olive oil, by coating the stomach, can also be used as an antidote for ammonia poisoning. Active Ingredients: Olive oil contains (per 100g): Vitamin E (ATE), 12.4mg; Tocopherol (alpha), 11.9mg; Lipids: Fatty acids, total saturated, 13.5g; 16:0=11.0g; 18:0=2.2g; Fatty acids, total monounsaturated 73.7g; 16:1=0.8g; oleic acid or 18:1=72.5g; 20:1=0.3g; Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated=8.4g; linoleic acid or 18:2=7.9g; linolenic acid or 18:3=0.6g; Phytosterols 221mg/100g. (National Agriculture Library's USDA Nutrient Database for Standard Reference at http://www.nal.usda.gov). Suggested Amount: Olive oil: Take a half to three tablespoons of olive oil per day or as needed based on nutrient requirements. Olive oil, rich in omega-9 fatty acids but lacking in the important omega-3 EFAs, should be taken as part of a balanced diet. Drug Interactions: Olive oil can effectively coat the stomach and therefore may reduce the absorption of other medications. Thus, olive oil should be taken separately from other supplements and/or medications. Contraindications: None known Side Effects: Olive oil, taken as a part of a well balanced diet, does not cause any side effects. Because olive oil is rich in omega-9 fatty acids but contains almost no omega-3 EFAs, it should be taken as part of a balanced diet. References: Duke, J. 1997: The Green Pharmacy, The Ultimate Compendium of Natural Remedies from the World's Foremost Authority on Healing and Herbs. pp. 32-33; 274; 557. Rodale Press. Carper J. 1995. Stop Aging Now. (Chapter entitled: Beware the Fat That Makes You Old; plus other information on olive oil). Harper Collins Publishing, Inc., New York, NY, p. 207-218; 284; 312. Carper, J. 1993. Food Your Miracle Medicine. HarperCollinsPublishers, 10 East 53rd Street, New York, New York 10022-5299. Pp. 1-528. Erasmus, U. 1993: Fats that Heal, Fats that Kill. Published by Alive Books, Burnaby, B.C., Canada. pp. 1-456. Madigan C, Ryan M, Owens D, Collins P, Tomkin GH. 2000. Dietary unsaturated fatty acids in type 2 diabetes: higher levels of postprandial lipoprotein on a linoleic acid-rich sunflower oil diet compared with an oleic acid-rich olive oil diet. Diabetes Care. 2000 Oct; 23(10): 1472-7. http://www.florainc.com/flora/home/usa/healthinformation/encyclopedias/OliveOil.\ asp The complete " Whole Body " Health line consists of the " AIM GARDEN TRIO " Ask About Health Professional Support Series: AIM Barleygreen " Wisdom of the Past, Food of the Future " http://www.geocities.com/mrsjoguest/AIM.html Free online calendar with sync to Outlook. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 14, 2003 Report Share Posted July 14, 2003 The best kind for medicinal purposes in certified organic, cold pressed, unfiltered olive oil. Get as close to it as you can. As long as it is 100% olive oil it will contain oleic acid. Janet - gayekyc1 herbal remedies Sunday, July 13, 2003 9:09 PM Re: [herbal remedies] Olive oil Hey Janet, I've got a question on the olive oil...is this 100%unrefined, first cold pressed, extra virgin olive oil? And if so, would"any" brand be good? I found an 8.5 FL oz. bottle for $1.00 (at abargain store). Has all of the above description on it. "Angelita"brand, imported from Turkey. It does have a package date & goodexpiration date on it...But I am not familiar with this brand though. Iwas so excited to find this, but have wondered if it is as good as (theother more expensive brands?)...It has 2 grams Saturated Fat, 1.5 gr.Poly-unsaturated Fat, 10 grams of Mono-unsaturated Fat. It does notspecify it as having Oleic Acid in it...should it?? Thanks, Gaye <<Oleic Acid is theprimary Mono-unsaturated fatty acid (MUFA) found in olive oil.>>Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and toprescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian ShillingtonDoctor of NaturopathyDr.IanShillington Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 14, 2003 Report Share Posted July 14, 2003 Hi Gaye, I'll answer here for Janet and tell you that you should only use internally or externally 100% unrefined, first pressing, extra virgin olive oil and the brand does not matter at all. If you can get stone ground it is even better yet 'cause it is processed with much less heat than the expeller expressed method. Sometimes you run across a good deal. Only experience will determine whether you got took or not. Although, my guess is you found a deal. HTH, Don Quai - gayekyc1 herbal remedies 14. July 2003 6:09 Re: [herbal remedies] Olive oil Hey Janet, I've got a question on the olive oil...is this 100%unrefined, first cold pressed, extra virgin olive oil? And if so, would"any" brand be good? I found an 8.5 FL oz. bottle for $1.00 (at abargain store). Has all of the above description on it. "Angelita"brand, imported from Turkey. It does have a package date & goodexpiration date on it...But I am not familiar with this brand though. Iwas so excited to find this, but have wondered if it is as good as (theother more expensive brands?)...It has 2 grams Saturated Fat, 1.5 gr.Poly-unsaturated Fat, 10 grams of Mono-unsaturated Fat. It does notspecify it as having Oleic Acid in it...should it?? Thanks, Gaye <<Oleic Acid is theprimary Mono-unsaturated fatty acid (MUFA) found in olive oil.>>Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and toprescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian ShillingtonDoctor of NaturopathyDr.IanShillington Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 14, 2003 Report Share Posted July 14, 2003 http://www.barianioliveoil.com/ stone crushed, cold pressed, decanted, unfiltered.....a product of California. The best, in my humble opinion. Yes, not all extra virgin olive oils are the same. And yes, I just use the stuff, have zero affliation with it. Lynn --- Don Eitner <mysticalherbalist wrote: > Hi Gaye, > > I'll answer here for Janet and tell you that you > should only use internally or externally 100% > unrefined, first pressing, extra virgin olive oil > and the brand does not matter at all. If you can get > stone ground it is even better yet 'cause it is > processed with much less heat than the expeller > expressed method. Sometimes you run across a good > deal. Only experience will determine whether you got > took or not. Although, my guess is you found a deal. > > HTH, > > Don Quai > - > gayekyc1 > herbal remedies > 14. July 2003 6:09 > Re: [herbal remedies] Olive oil > > > Hey Janet, I've got a question on the olive > oil...is this 100% > unrefined, first cold pressed, extra virgin olive > oil? And if so, would > " any " brand be good? I found an 8.5 FL oz. bottle > for $1.00 (at a > bargain store). Has all of the above description > on it. " Angelita " > brand, imported from Turkey. It does have a > package date & good > expiration date on it...But I am not familiar with > this brand though. I > was so excited to find this, but have wondered if > it is as good as (the > other more expensive brands?)...It has 2 grams > Saturated Fat, 1.5 gr. > Poly-unsaturated Fat, 10 grams of Mono-unsaturated > Fat. It does not > specify it as having Oleic Acid in it...should > it?? > > Thanks, Gaye > > <<Oleic Acid is the > primary Mono-unsaturated fatty acid (MUFA) found > in olive oil.>> > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 18, 2003 Report Share Posted July 18, 2003 But this is made by the good old italian boys. You can't get it there cause they moved here...lol.. The Bariani family has origins deep rooted in the Northern Italian region of Lombardy. Coming from a long line of entrepreneurs and artisans, the family's ideals have never changed and commitment undeterred. .. and its. stone crushed, cold pressed, decanted, unfiltered, virgin...etc. etc etc (opps did i say made in limited quantities....lol.... Sorry just couldn't resist.... Are you smiling????? Suzi Don Quai <mysticalherbalist wrote: Hhmmm, I am swimming in olive oil over here. It is everywhere. Course it isn't Bariani but hey, I can get mine direct from Italy, Greece or any other places where they press this stuff. It is cheaper here too. Hehehehe Don Quai SBC DSL - Now only $29.95 per month! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 18, 2003 Report Share Posted July 18, 2003 Sylvia, check out their website... I think you'll be impressed. www.barianioliveoil.com SuziSylvia <h10feet wrote: As long as it it is pressed and not refined that is cool. I myself buy the more expensive stuff, usually at Whole Foods. SBC DSL - Now only $29.95 per month! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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