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Posted September 22nd, 2021
We always talk about the health benefits your body gains when adding our olive oil to your daily diet. Did you know that adding Balsamic Vinegar is also beneficial. Here is a list of how your health can improve when adding Balsamic Vinegar.
- Balsamic is an antiglycemic. It helps to regulate and plateau blood sugars for up to 5 hours after consumption.
- Helps aid digestion with Acetic acid (a probiotic) and boosts activity of pepsin to allow protein absorption and improve metabolism.
- Can help lower or maintain Cholesterol.
- May help improve skin health because of the antimicrobial compounds found in Balsamic Vinegar.
- May reduce Blood Pressure and Hypertension, and helps repair damage from free radicals and reduce hardening of the arteries and the effects of aging.
- Contains Biophenols which are antioxidants that protect from heart disease, cancers and inflammation.
- Supports weight loss by helping to feel more full from the probiotic compounds.
- Is a good source of Iron, Calcium, Potassium, Manganese, Phosphorus and Magnesium.
Posted September 22nd, 2021
There has been several discussions and research put into what makes olive oil so good for your body. It is a main focus in our shop! We love making sure you're consuming the highest quality oil so you can live a healthier life. Our Ultra Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil contains high biophenols, which is the antioxidants your body needs daily. But, what exactly do the biophenols do for you?
- Contains antioxidants and monounsaturated fats which both contribute to heart health.
- Helps lower blood pressure and cholesterol.
- Increases arterial elasticity and has heart protective factors.
- Has shown evidence in the reduction of cancers and has 30 types of phenols to fight free radicals.
- Reduces the risk of stroke.
- May inhibit the compounds responsible for Alzheimer's and Dementia.
- Improves insulin sensitivity to help protect against Type 2 Diabetes and manage pre-existing Diabetes.
- Lends to a longer life.
- Improves hair and skin flexibility.
- May help with weight loss.
- Helps reduce depression.
- Reduces inflammation.
- Eases Rheumatoid Arthritis.
- May help with acne.
- Helps reduce bone loss.
- A recent study suggests cooking with extra virgin olive oil can help retain and in some instances increase nutrients and antioxidants in food (treehugger.com).