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Olive Oil

Olive oil is a fat extracted from olives, commonly used in cooking and dressings. Extra-virgin varieties are minimally processed and retain more natural phenolic compounds than refined olive oils.

Beneficial properties

rich in monounsaturated fats contains polyphenol antioxidants anti-inflammatory supports heart-healthy eating patterns

Nutritional highlights

Olive oil is primarily a source of monounsaturated fat, especially oleic acid, and also provides vitamin E and vitamin K with small amounts of antioxidant polyphenols.

Conditions it helps with

Chronic Inflammation

Includes: Inflammation

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Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)

Includes: Diabetes Type 2

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Diabetes (Type 2)

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Hardening / Clogging of Arteries

Includes: Atherosclerosis (Coronary Artery Disease)

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Heart Disease

Includes: Heart Disease (Cardiomyopathy)

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High Blood Pressure

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High Blood Pressure

Includes: High Blood Pressure / Hypertension

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High Cholesterol

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Obesity

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Stroke

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Weight Gain & Obesity

Includes: Overweight / Weight Gain

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Recipes featuring Olive Oil

“Beef” and “Sausage” Chili

Chickpea Quinoa Power Bowl

Harissa Carrot & Chickpea Grain Bowl

Lemon Dill White Bean Grain Bowl

Mediterranean Grilled Salmon Salad

Roasted Chickpeas

Savory Chickpea Breakfast Hash

Smoky Spiced Roasted Chickpeas

Spiced Brown Lentil Soup with Whole Grain Toast

Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Morning Veggie Shakshuka

Roasted Tomato & Hummus Toast with Balsamic

Tomato-Basil Polenta Squares

Chimichurri Cauliflower & Tofu

Fettuccine Tofu “Alfredo”

Guacamole Chicken with a Slaw Side Salad

One-Pot Spicy Jambalaya

Vegetable Pot Pie Soup

Chickpea Pesto Pasta

Hot Honey Avocado Toast with Side Salad

Lentil Bolognese

Mediterranean Orzo Salad

Palak Paneer with Roti

Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Fall Harvest Bowl

Garlic, Chickpea, and Spinach Soup

Grilled Nopales Salad (Cactus)

Instant Pot Ground Turkey Lasagna Soup

Instant Pot Lasagna Soup

Nopales Breakfast Tacos (Cactus)

Spinach, Asparagus, and Orange Salad

Stovetop Aloo Gobi (Potato & Cauliflower Curry)

Tomato Soup & Lentil Salad

Sweet and Sour Artichoke Salad

Chickpea & Rice Tortilla Soup

Chipotle Fajitas

Chive & Onion Whipped Tofu Toast

Hummus Pasta Salad

Pickled Beetroot Salad

Baked Okra Chips

Cinnamon Cauliflower

Pea and Basil Pesto Pasta

Purple Mashed Potatoes

Pan-Fried Bananas

Blistered Shishito Peppers

Raw Carrot Salad

Cassava Crackers

Air-Popped Organic Popcorn

BBQ Jackfruit with Roasted Veggies

Buffalo Cauliflower Steak with Greens & Beans

Cucumber Edamame Sesame Salad

Fermented Hummus

Gluten-Free Homemade Pizza with Arugula Salad

Instant Pot Anti-Inflammatory Cauliflower Soup

Instant Pot Spiced Quinoa & Cauliflower

Nutrition Programs for Auto Meal Plan Assignment

Pistachio-Encrusted Wild-Caught Halibut

Zaatar Roasted Veggie Pita Pockets

Zucchini Hummus & Lentil Tortilla

Tempeh Breakfast Sausage

Apple, Pear, and Arugula Salad with Chicken

Mediterranean Stuffed Pita

Roasted Bell Pepper Pesto Sandwich

Marinated Olives with Hummus and Cucumber

Roasted Edamame

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