🫒 The Healthy Benefits of Adding Olive Oil to Everything

Because wellness should taste good and make you glow

Adding olive oil to your diet, skin care routine, and even your hair treatment can bring health benefits that last for years. This ancient oil has been called “liquid gold” for a reason — it nourishes your body from the inside out.

🧴 The Types of Olive Oil (and Why They Matter)

Not all olive oils are created equal. Here’s what you should know before you drizzle:

🥇 Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO)Made from the highest quality olives using cold-pressing methods. It contains high levels of Oleuropein, a natural compound with antiviral, antibacterial, and antifungal properties. EVOO is the gold standard — and the one you want for both your kitchen and skincare.

🥈 Virgin Olive Oil Unrefined and pressed without heat, this version keeps many of the olive’s natural compounds. It’s healthy but has slightly fewer antioxidants than extra virgin.

🥉 Refined or Non-Virgin Olive OilHeavily processed — bleached, deodorized, and heated — this oil loses many nutrients and beneficial compounds. It’s best used for high-heat cooking only, not for your skin or salads.

💖 Why Olive Oil Is a Wellness Powerhouse

Used for centuries in the Mediterranean diet, olive oil is packed with antioxidants, monounsaturated fats, and vitamins that support nearly every system in your body.

❤️ Cardiovascular System

• Reduces risk of atherosclerosis (thanks to powerful antioxidants)

• Helps prevent abnormal blood clotting by lowering plasma fibrinogen

• Can lower blood pressure — one study showed that just 2/3 tablespoon a day reduced blood pressure by 5 systolic and 4 diastolic points

• Lowers risk of heart disease when consumed daily

🌿 Digestive System

• Stimulates bile production

• Alleviates constipation naturally

• Reduces formation of cholesterol-related gallstones

🧬 Immune System

• Helps lower the risk of breast, colon, and lung cancer

• Maintains the integrity of mucous membranes, protecting the gut lining

• Fights free radicals with high antioxidant content

⚡ Metabolism

• Neutralizes “bad” LDL cholesterol and boosts “good” HDL cholesterol

• Reduces oxidative stress in cells

• Supports weight management and metabolic balance

💪 Musculoskeletal System

• Helps prevent rheumatoid arthritis

• Supports joint flexibility and reduces inflammation

🧠 Nervous System

• Rich in monounsaturated fats that help preserve brain cell structure

• May protect against age-related memory decline

• Improves mental clarity and focus

💋 Sexual & Reproductive Health

• When applied topically, olive oil can ease breast tenderness (mastalgia)

• Promotes hormone balance through healthy fats

🌸 For Skin & Hair

Olive oil isn’t just for your salad. It’s a beauty secret that’s stood the test of time.

• Heals bruises and calluses

• Soothes eczema and dry patches

• Softens dandruff when massaged into the scalp

• Adds shine and moisture to hair and skin

• Helps with minor scars and overall skin tone

🥗 Easy Ways to Add Olive Oil to Your Life

• Drizzle it: over salads, veggies, or grilled fish

• Swap it: for butter or margarine when sautéing

• Sip it: some people even take a tablespoon daily (start small!)

• Massage it: into dry elbows, cuticles, or scalp

• Mix it: into DIY hair or face masks

💡 Tip: Not every recipe works well with olive oil — skip it for delicate baking where flavor balance matters.

🌞 The Bottom Line

Adding olive oil to your daily routine — inside and out — is one of the simplest ways to support your heart, skin, mind, and mood. It’s delicious. It’s powerful. And it’s one small ritual that reminds you: health and beauty belong together.