olive oil and lemon are two common items that are used by millions of people on a regular basis
if you look at each individually you may not think they're anything special right
however this combination when mixed can provide some incredible benefits for your overall health
and that is exactly what we're going to talk about in this video
if you've been following us for a while you may have noticed a similar video that we published
on the benefits of olive oil lemon and honey however many viewers wanted to learn about
the benefits of this mixture without adding honey so be sure to watch until the end because
there are a few that i think will surprise you so if you're ready let's get into it
just a quick reminder we are not doctors this video is for informational purposes only the
combination of olive oil and lemon when combined creates a mixture that can provide a boost to
multiple organs and systems of the human body olive oil is widely considered to be a superfood
due to the fact that it's packed with several potent medicinal compounds it contains antioxidant
antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that can prevent obesity reduce heart problems
and help with diabetes among many other amazing benefits and then there's lemons
natural lemon juice is known to contain vitamin c calcium and magnesium among many other powerful
properties that work to strengthen the immune system and ward off infections although lemon
juice tastes sour and acidic studies found that it actually has alkaline effects on the
body once it's metabolized which provides your body systems with a detoxifying boost
so with that said i think you're already starting to see just how beneficial this combination
of super ingredients can be when it comes to promoting your overall health so now let's dive
even deeper into some of the therapeutic benefits that this dynamic mixture can't provide first and
foremost this combination helps prevent obesity studies found that the polyphenol antioxidants
found in lemons play a significant role in reducing weight gain also in general olive oil
is fairly high in calories so you may be surprised to hear that it's linked to lower rates of obesity
one study from spain divided participants into two groups those who used olive oil for cooking
and those who used other oils after six years researchers measured their weights and found that
the subjects who used olive oil had lower obesity rates than those who used other oils while cooking
olive oil helps your body reduce its which is the amount of lipid cells in your body
fat this can lead to an overall decrease in the amount of fat that surrounds your organs
it's also rich in monounsaturated fats which are known to help with fat loss as well
this mixture also promotes a healthy heart one of the most important factors in heart
disease is cholesterol if you have too much ldl cholesterol in your blood it can build up in your
arteries eventually this will slow down the blood flow to your heart and even block it completely
the monounsaturated fats in olive oil help to reduce your body's levels of ldl cholesterol
which lowers your risk of heart disease this is potent when mixed with lemon juice because lemons
are high in vitamin c studies have shown that if your body is low in vitamin c it increases your
risk of a heart attack or stroke another important benefit is that it can reduce inflammation
inflammation is a root cause of many of the diseases that occur within the body
including cancer the properties found in olive oil and lemon work together to limit inflammation and
keep it under control as previously mentioned olive oil and lemon are both loaded with
antioxidants that have powerful anti-inflammatory benefits oleokanthal is a particular antioxidant
in olive oil that researchers found to have similar effects as ibuprofen when it comes
to reducing inflammation and decreasing pain lemons contain antioxidants that are known
for fighting off harmful free radicals that are linked to a number of deadly chronic conditions
another benefit of this mixture is that it can improve the quality of your skin
vitamin c in lemons is believed to reduce skin wrinkling and lessen the damage that occurs
from sun exposure also researchers believe that the monounsaturated fats in olive oil
may be beneficial as well one study found that participants who consumed
more olive oil showed fewer signs of aging after two years than those who consumed less
olive oil contains vitamin e which is also well known for its skin enhancing properties
the next benefit that we should mention is that it helps with digestion
lemon water is a common beverage that some people drink in the morning to serve as a laxative and
prevent constipation you should know that olive oil also has mild laxative effects
and can be a much safer option than some of the over-the-counter alternatives the fats found in
olive oil cause your stool to take in more water which softens it and helps it pass through your
system more easily this combination can help soften the insides of your intestines as well
which also allows for healthier bowel movements i mean what more could you ask for so if you
want to take advantage of these amazing benefits here's what you need 1 teaspoon
of fresh squeezed lemon juice and 1 teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil mix the two together
and drink it first thing in the morning on an empty stomach for the best results be sure to
only use extra virgin olive oil that was packaged from the beginning of its production in an
opaque bottle that prevents light from passing through this is important because photo oxidation
occurs when olive oil is exposed to light which eliminates many of its beneficial properties
also be sure to purchase lemons from a reliable source as well and while honey can provide some
amazing health benefits you are cutting a lot of calories by not including it in this mixture
this is especially important for those who are looking to lose a few pounds this time of year
but to give a quick recap let's walk back through the benefits that were mentioned in this video
the combination of olive oil and lemon can help prevent obesity promote a healthy
cardiovascular system reduce inflammation improve the quality of your skin and even help
with digestion this is mostly thanks to the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
that we talked about earlier in this video and not to mention
more research is being performed each and every year which means that scientists are discovering
even more potential benefits that can come from adding this dynamic mixture to your daily routine
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that said keep in mind that we are not doctors in this video should not be taken as medical advice
again this video is for informational purposes only but hopefully you learned a thing or two
and hopefully you're now one step closer to improving your overall health and thus improving
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