22 Best Benefits Of Olive Oil (Jaitun Ka Tel) For Skin, Hair, And Health
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Olive Oil — A Brief
Scientific Name – Olea europaea
Family – Oleaceae
Native – Mediterranean Basin
Other Names – Jaitun Ka Tel (Hindi), Mafuta (Swahili), Olyf Olie ( Afrikaans), Zayt Alzaytun (Arabic).
Olive oil is extracted from the olive fruit. From ruling our kitchens to taking over the cosmetic world, olive oil has become a rage all over the world in recent times.
When you go shopping, a good variety of olive oils catch your attention. If you are wondering what they are all about, the next few minutes will give you an insight into that.
- Virgin Olive Oil – The most popular variety, virgin olive oil is a well-known cooking oil with a surprisingly low acid content. It is best suitable for people who want to enjoy the benefits of olive oil without spending a bomb.
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil – Made by cold pressing olive fruit, this oil is considered to be the best for our body. But mind you, not everybody can afford to use extra virgin oil due to its high cost.
- Pure Olive Oil – This oil is actually an amalgamation of refined and virgin olive oils. It has a high acidic content, and hence is unsuitable for use.
- Lampante Oil – The type that is used only as a fuel and is not suitable for cooking.
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A Word Of Caution
Though olive oil has a lot of benefits, it does have some side effects, which you cannot afford to ignore. Take a look:
- Olive oil can cause allergic reactions in certain individuals. When someone who is allergic to olive oil applies it on their skin, the immune system sets off to attack it. This causes the body to produce antibodies, resulting in common food allergy symptoms. People who are allergic to olive oil may develop eczema and skin rashes that can prove to be itchy. Hence, it is always better to do a patch test before using the oil topically. In case of any allergic reaction, consult your allergist or dermatologist immediately.
- Since olive oil is rich in calories, its overconsumption can cause the risk of heart diseases. Make sure you don’t use more than 2 tablespoons of olive oil on a daily basis.
- If you are diabetic and going through a scheduled medication, consult your doctor before using oil. Olive oil may react with the medications and cause further drop in your sugar levels, which can be fatal.
- Using more than the advised quantity of olive oil can also cause a massive fall in your blood pressure levels, gallbladder blockage and several other diseases.
- Too much of olive oil may have a completely opposite effect on your weight, owing to the high fat content in the oil.
- Don’t heat olive oil for too long (more than 20 to 30 seconds) as it has a tendency to burn quickly, making it lose most of its beneficial properties.
- Never apply the oil to wounds or cuts without prior consultation.
- Decrease the dosage of oil when cooking for pregnant or lactating women.
Takeaway: Use olive oil for smooth, supple, and flawless skin. Scrubbing a bit of this oil on your lips and heels makes them even and pretty. This unique oil also makes your hair healthy and shiny. Olive oil has also proved to be very effective in curing diabetes, breast cancer, cardiovascular diseases, cholesterol, obesity, and kidney stones.
Now, didn’t I tell you how olive oil was truly amazing? Why not give it a try and see the results for yourself?
And for those who have already been using olive oil,were you aware of all the benefits and uses highlighted in the article? Also, what made you switch to this light oil? How is your experience with this oil so far? Do tell us in the box below.
Be healthy!
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