If you are passionate about delicious cuisines and a healthy life style at the same time, then one thing that is never missing from your kitchen is the olive oil. Because of its versatility and health benefits, olive oil has become one of the most popular ingredients all over the world. And just when we thought that olive oil could not get any more popular, flavoured olive oil happened!
Lemon infused and orange infused olive oil is everything everyone is talking about these days. This “super oil” is made by pressing the whole of the lemon or orange and the olives, and combining the liquids resulted into a savoury and light olive oil with a natural citrus flavour.
Except the amazing taste and the extra flavour these oils are adding to your food, here are some more benefits of the citrus enriched olive oil:
• It controls the cholesterol levels – the vitamin E contained by the lemon olive oil is a strong antioxidant that lowers the risk of heart diseases, by regulating the cholesterol levels;
• Promotes a good digestion and intestinal function – lemon oil reduces inflammation, while olive oil performs a laxative function. The two combined, prevent digestive complications and constipation;
• Helps detoxifying the body – lemon infused olive oil aids the eliminations of toxins from the body, and improves the functions of the liver and the gallbladder;
• Improves blood circulation and prevents high blood pressure – the lemon olive oil has anticoagulant properties, which translates into a better blood flow and the prevention of varicose veins formation;
• Ameliorates joint pain – due to its anti-inflammatory properties, lemon olive oil helps reduce joint pain caused by rheumatism;
• Fights the early signs of ageing – rich in antioxidants and nutrients, the lemon infused olive oil can delay the apparition of wrinkles and keep the skin well-toned for much longer.
