Drizzle On The Goodness

Throughout the long debate over high fat/low fat diets, olive oil has remained on its very own pedestal as a great source of healthy dietary fats. Here’s why:

• Studies have linked it to increased life expectancy and lower risk of heart disease, high blood pressure and stroke

• It is rich in monounsaturated fats which can help blood sugar control, increase good cholesterol and normalise blood clotting

• It is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids which are essential for normal brain and body development

• It contains anti-inflammatory compounds called polyphenols

• But like any fat it is high in calories, so drizzle, don’t pour!