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Is Olive Oil Really "Heart Healthy?"
Olive oil is as American as baseball and apple pie. Its monounsaturated omega-3's have long been touted for being "heart healthy." But if olive oil ready did protect our hearts from heart disease, then why do one out of every three Americans die from...
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RE: Olive oil and inflammation
Denise, Thank you for posting your question here on my forum. Although olive oil may be less damaging than, for example, butter, that is not saying that olive oil is good for you. Although certain components of olive may perform admirably on...
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Is Oil Really a Processed Food?
Oil can be a controversial subject among plant-based diet advocates. There are many who believe that omitting meat, eggs, milk, and other animal products like cheese and yogurt is enough of a dietary change to improve our health. I wholeheartedly agree...
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Mediterranean Diet - Healthy IN SPITE OF Olive Oil
on whole plant foods, with the emphasis on fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, beans, legumes, whole grains and breads. Olive oil, fish and wine were an additional component to this diet. Highly processed foods and unhealthy hydrogenated and saturated fats...
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Does Coconut Oil Lower Cholesterol?
Coconut oil has become a popular "super food" among health conscious individuals, claiming to heal just about every affliction known to man. Those who profit from this highly-refined product claim that consuming coconut oil lowers bad LDL cholesterol...
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How to Replace Oil in Baked Goods
There are many things we cut out of our diet when we switch to eating whole plant foods with no added oil, but baked goods doesn't have to be one of them. For many people, baking — or at least eating baked goods — is one of the joys of life. With a...
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Coconut Oil and Magic Marketing
Research and Marketing We've all seen books, articles, or internet stories on the alleged "miracle" properties of coconut oil. And we've watched as coconut oil has gotten more and more dedicated shelf space at our local grocery stores. Have you ever...
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Olive Oil Not Heart Healthy
eleven-minute excerpt from the 2012 Healthy Lifestyle Expo features Dr. Michael Klaper's presentation on "Salt, Sugar and Oil: What's The Problem?" Dr. Klaper starts out by emphasizing that we should eat "food as grown," - as it is found in nature. He...
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Olive oil and inflammation
McDougall support group site and you suggested I post it here so here I go: I want to better understand an issue with olive oil. First let me say I take the attitude that oils are not necessary for our health and are generally harmful. Most of the WFPB...
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Dietary factors in relation to rheumatoid arthritis: a role for olive oil and cooked vegetables.
Individuals who regularly consumed cooked vegetables and olive oil are less likely to develop rheumatoid arthritis. This study investigated the relationship between the consumption of olive oil and cooked vegetables and the development of rheumatoid...
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The Effect of Different Oils on Endothelial Function
Is there a "HEALTHY" oil? We've heard the term used so often that most of us believe there is such a thing. But which is it? Some tout olive oil because of its ancient Mediterranean roots. Others point to the long tradition of using soy products in...
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Is Coconut Oil a Super Food?
oil has become a popular "super food" among health conscious individuals. But are the claims regarding coconut oil valid? Can using coconut oil promote weight loss? Will coconut oil aid in reducing clogged arteries? What about as a cure for Alzheimers...
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How to Caramelize and Sauté Without Using Oil
"Caramelize onions without using any oil? No way!" That's a pretty typical first reaction to those who are starting to eat an oil-free, plant-based diet. Not only can it be done, but renowned Chef Del Sroufe will show you how in his step-by-step video...
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RE: Olive oil and inflammation
am so happy for what you offer. Your response has definitely allowed me to understand this issue more fully. This whole olive oil issue can be so frustrating when trying to educate others on the best strategies for optimal health. I think any critical...
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RE: Oil Question
suggest you read this article and then watch the video and then see what you think: https://www.drcarney.com/blog/entry/is-oil-really-a-processed-food Oil is 4,000 calories per pound. It is as high fat of a food as you can ever eat. For those trying to...
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RE: Refined Oils and Nut Butters
Sue, Below is a page that almost answers your question about how much oil was used in the Brachial Artery Tournequest Test. The answer was 50 grams. However, that is a weight measurement which comes to equal just under 1.8 ounces by weight. The tricky...
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The Wine and Olive Oil Diet
has stood the test of time. Anyone familiar with the Mediterranean diet will most likely tell you that by pouring olive oil over your salad and including a glass of wine with your dinner will transform your present diet into a "heart healthy"...
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The effect of coconut oil consumption on cardiovascular risk factors: a systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical trials.
elevation in blood levels of low density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol is associated with consistent consumption of coconut oil. This meta-analysis looked at evidence from other studies that investigated the impact of dietary intake of coconut oil on...
https://www.drcarney.com/science/measurable-results/lipids/cholesterol/ldl-cholesterol/the-effect-of-coconut-oil-consumption-on-cardiovascular-risk-factors-a-systematic-review-and-meta-analysis-of-clinical-trials -
Fibroid Shrinkage on a no oil WFPB Diet
am 56, menopausal and no oil WFPB. I heard Dr. Carney speak about the connection between estrogen production and diet at HealthFest this morning. i have been no oil WFPB for about five years but I assume my fibroid grew prior to my change in diet. Now...
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Oil Question
have been oil free for 5 weeks and believe this is the right way to live. But I realize this is a controversial issue among health educators. Just today, I was talking with a health ministries director who shared this with me, "Extra virgin olive oil...
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