{"id":78192672788,"title":"Herbal Choice Mari Organic Olive Oil","handle":"organic-olive-oil","description":"\u003cp\u003eUsing olive oil for dry skin can be very effective, as the moisturizing properties of this oil will hydrate the skin, leaving it softer and healthier.  In skin care, olive oil is added to cosmetics not just to improve dry skin, but to help with aging skin and hair condition, among other uses, such as a carrier oil for \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/organic-essential-oils\"\u003eEssential Oils\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlive trees themselves have been around for many thousands of years. With a long history dating back to ancient civilizations, olive oil is even considered to be one of the most important Bible foods. It’s a staple of the Mediterranean Diet and has been included in the diets of some of the world’s healthiest, longest-living people for centuries — like those living in the blue zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur high-quality extra virgin olive oil has well-researched anti-inflammatory compounds, antioxidants, and numerous heart-healthy macronutrients. Extra virgin olive oil benefits include lower rates of inflammation, heart disease, depression, dementia, and obesity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis organic olive oil is made from the first pressing of the fruit of the olive tree, which is naturally high in healthy fatty acids.  The RBD (refined, bleached, and deodorized) version is further organically refined to remove the natural taste and color. There are several types of olive oil on the market today, including extra virgin olive oil, virgin olive oil, and regular olive oil — but research shows that extra virgin olive oil benefits are more abundant than the other varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCosmetically, extra virgin olive oil is used in everything from lotions and soaps to hair products and is at times applied straight to the skin. The oil naturally conditions and moisturizes the skin and is known to add shine to hair. Extra virgin olive oil is also believed to contribute to skin elasticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the culinary side, extra virgin olive oil is one of the most widely used oils. It is best and typically used in the preparation of foods which are going to be eaten cold. The oil can also be used for sautéing, however when using olive oil for high heat cooking other grades are more appropriate. As temperature exposure to extra virgin olive oil increases, the oil will burn and the natural taste and aroma will deteriorate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e8 Extra Virgin Olive Oil Benefits\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Protects Heart Health\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eStudies have found that high monounsaturated fat diets lower LDL cholesterol, raise HDL cholesterol and lower triglycerides better than lower-fat, higher-carb diets do. Thanks to powerful antioxidants known as polyphenols, extra virgin oil is considered an anti-inflammatory food and cardiovascular protector. When someone’s immune system essentially begins to fight her own body as a result of a poor diet, stress or other factors, inflammatory responses are triggered that lead to dangerous, disease-causing inflammation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eThe purpose of inflammation is to protect us against illnesses and repair the body when needed, but chronic inflammation is extremely harmful to arterial health and linked to heart disease, autoimmune diseases and more. Extra virgin olive oil helps reverse inflammatory along with age- and disease-related changes to the heart and blood vessels, according to a 2009 study published in the Journal of Cardiovascular Pharmacology. Research shows olive oil is beneficial for lowering hypertension because it makes nitric oxide more bioavailable, which keeps arteries dilated and clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eThe protective effects of a Mediterranean-style diet rich in alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) from olive oil have been shown in many studies, with some finding that this type of higher-fat diet is capable of decreasing the risk of cardiac death by 30 percent and sudden cardiac death by 45 percent!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Helps Fight Cancer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAccording to a 2004 study published in the European Journal of Cancer Prevention, olives and olive oil contain antioxidants in abundance. They are some of the best high antioxidant foods. Olives (especially those that have not been subjected to high-heat processes) contain acteosides, hydroxytyrosol, tyrosol and phenyl propionic acids. Both olives and olive oil contain substantial amounts of other compounds deemed to be anticancer agents (e.g., squalene and terpenoids) as well as the peroxidation-resistant lipid oleic acid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eResearchers feel that it’s probable that high olive and olive oil consumption in southern Europe represents an important contribution to the beneficial effects of cancer prevention and health in the Mediterranean diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Helps with Weight Loss and Obesity Prevention\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eEating plenty of healthy fats is a key element in controlling excess insulin, a hormone that controls blood sugar levels, makes us gain weight, and keeps the weight packed on despite us cutting calories and exercising more. Fats are satiating and help reduce hunger, cravings, and overeating. This is one reason why numerous studies have found that diets low in fat don’t result in weight loss or weight maintenance as easily or often as balanced, higher-fat diets do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAfter reviewing five trials including a total of 447 individuals, researchers from University Hospital Basel in Switzerland found that individuals assigned to higher-fat, low-carbohydrate diets lost more weight than individuals randomized to low-fat diets. There were no differences in blood pressure levels between the two groups, but triglyceride and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol values changed more favorably in individuals assigned to the diets higher in fat!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eBecause diets with ample amounts of healthy fats are more satisfying, people are much more likely to be able to stick with them. A 2002 study published in the Women’s Health Journal, for example, found that an olive oil-enriched diet brought about greater weight loss than a lower-fat diet in an eight-week comparison. Following the eight weeks, the participants also overwhelmingly chose the olive oil-enriched diet for at least six months of the follow-up period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Supports Brain Health\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eThe brain is largely made up of fatty acids, and we require a moderately high level on a daily basis to perform tasks, regulate our moods and think clearly. Like other sources of healthy fats, olive oil is considered a brain food that improves focus and memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eOlive oil helps fight age-related cognitive decline because it protects against inflammation, oxidative stress and ADDLs, proteins that are toxic to the brain that can trigger dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Fights Mood Disorders and Depression\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eHealthy fats, including olive oil, have hormone-balancing, anti-inflammatory effects that can prevent neurotransmitter dysfunction. Low-fat diets are often linked to higher rates of depression and anxiety. Mood or cognitive disorders can occur when the brain doesn’t get a sufficient amount of “happy hormones” like serotonin or dopamine, important chemical messengers that are necessary for mood regulation, getting good sleep and thought-processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eOne 2011 study conducted by the University of Las Palmas in Spain found that monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fat intake had an inverse relationship with depression risk. At the same time, trans-fat intake and depression risk had a linear relationship, showing that higher trans-fat consumption and lower PUFA and MUFA could up the chances of battling mood disorders and treating depression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6. Great for Boosting Skin Health\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDiets high in healthy sources of fat can help counter the harmful effects to our skin from exposure to toxicity, free radicals, UV light damage, and inflammation-causing poor diets or food allergies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAs a high source of vitamin E and other antioxidants, olive oil can also help hydrate skin, speed up wound healing, and help fight infections or hormonal imbalances that can lead to acne, eczema, and other skin conditions, making extra virgin olive oil a home remedy for acne and natural eczema treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7. Can Help Prevent or Treat Diabetes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eFatty acids influence glucose metabolism by altering cell membrane function, enzyme activity, insulin signaling and gene expression. Evidence suggests that consuming polyunsaturated and\/or monounsaturated fats (the kind found in olive oil) has beneficial effects on insulin sensitivity and is likely to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWhile carbohydrates elevate blood sugar by providing glucose, fats help stabilize blood sugar levels and regulate insulin. Even when you eat something high in sugar or carbs, adding extra virgin olive oil to the meal can help slow down the impact on your bloodstream. Consuming olive oil is also a great way to feel more satisfied after meals, which can help prevent sugar cravings and overeating that can lead to diabetes complications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8. Helps Balance Hormones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWhen trying to balance your hormones and reduce symptoms related to PMS, infertility or menopause, it’s important for your diet to include plenty of nutrients and healthy fats. Olive oil supplies essential fats that can help regulate thyroid, adrenal and pituitary glands. These all work together to produce and balance sex hormones.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOlive oil also provides essential vitamin E benefits that help regulate estrogen production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e11 Uses of Olive Oil for Dry Skin and Hair\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe antioxidants will help reduce the signs of aging and give you fewer lines and wrinkles.  A mixture of olive oil with an egg white and a little honey can be applied to the face and neck. Wait fifteen minutes, before washing with warm water. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou might have heard of people using olive oil for body massages.  Warm a little bit on your hands and massage the skin to eliminate muscle pain, reduce stress and hydrate the skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlternatively, it can even be added to the water you bathe in, or as an ingredient in the products for skin care. It will help to keep skin smooth and moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDid you know that olive oil is an excellent natural scrub?  To exfoliate as well as moisturize, add a few granules of sugar or salt to the oil and gently rub it on the skin. This will assist you in getting rid of dead skin without abrasions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOlive oil, mixed with a little vinegar and water can make a great cream that you can apply on the face and neck at night to lighten patches of discolored skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOlive oil used on the skin for people with eczema helps reduce itching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is an excellent hand care remedy especially for those people who have their hands in water for a long period of time.  For a complete treatment submerge your hands in olive oil for 10 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry skin can cause deep cuts and flaking of the skin, and olive oil with its healing properties, when applied to the dry skin, can aid in healing the skin without leaving any scars.  In fact, any kind of mask that is concocted with olive oil as an ingredient is supposed to be great for dry skin and will only help to revitalize the skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnother use for this extraordinary oil is that it helps heal dry and chapped lips during the colder months, and it can also be applied on the cuticles and nails to prevent them from getting dry and from developing hangnails.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is excellent to smooth dry hands, feet, elbows, and knees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplying a few drops of olive oil to the tips of long hair can prevent hair from splitting and also overcome dryness caused by using too much shampoo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCAS# 8001-25-0\u003cbr\u003eCERTIFICATIONS Organic\u003cbr\u003eEXTRACTION METHOD Cold Pressed\u003cbr\u003eINCI NAME Olea europaea\u003cbr\u003ePROCESSING \u003cbr\u003e  Extra Virgin: Unrefined (Virgin)\u003cbr\u003e  Extra Virgin RBD: Refined\u003cbr\u003eSOURCED FROM Italy, Spain, Tunisia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganic Olive Oil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCitations\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/draxe.com\/olive-oil-benefits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehttps:\/\/draxe.com\/olive-oil-benefits\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.skinkissable.com\/olive-oil-for-dry-skin-benefits.html#ixzz53nD1oq3B\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehttp:\/\/www.skinkissable.com\/olive-oil-for-dry-skin-benefits.html#ixzz53nD1oq3B\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","published_at":"2018-01-10T10:24:18","created_at":"2018-01-10T09:27:01","vendor":"Nature's Brands","type":"Herbal Choice Mari","tags":["Cruelty Free","Natural","Organic","Vegan","Vegetarian"],"price":1199,"price_min":1199,"price_max":1999,"price_varies":true,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":true,"all_variant_ids":[1021596663828,1021934829588,1021934862356,1021934895124,1021934927892,1021934960660],"variants":[{"id":1021596663828,"product_id":78192672788,"product_handle":"organic-olive-oil","title":"Extra Virgin \/ 16floz BPA-Free Plastic","option1":"Extra Virgin","option2":"16floz BPA-Free Plastic","option3":null,"sku":"FG279","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"created_at":"T","id":504021483540,"position":1,"product_id":78192672788,"src":"\/\/www.naturesbrands.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/FG279_Herbal-Choice-Mari-Organic-Olive-Oil-Extra-Virgin-16floz.jpg?v=1516920834","updated_at":"T"},"image_id":504021483540,"available":false,"name":"Herbal Choice Mari Organic Olive Oil - 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