Benefits of eating olive oil with lemon on an empty stomach

There are many health benefits of olive oil for humans, and it is one of the best oils because it contains monounsaturated fats. It is also used in many areas other than cooking; As for the beauty and care of the skin, as for lemon juice, it is rich in vitamin C, which strengthens the skin, protects it from aging, and rejuvenates it, and it is one of the vegetables found in all homes.

 

-           Benefits of lemon juice with olive oil.

One. Hair benefits.

Lemon juice with olive oil softens the hair and lengthens it. It also treats the problem of hair loss, restores freshness and cleans it. It also gives it vitality and luster, and protects against baldness. It is used by mixing a quarter of a cup of olive oil with the juice of half a lemon well, and placed on the hair for twenty minutes, then wash with soap and warm water.

 

Two. Benefits for the skin.

Olive oil and lemon juice prevents the appearance of wrinkles, removes blackheads, opens sensitive places, and rids the skin of blackness under the eyes, in addition to it smoothes the skin, by mixing a cup of olive oil with a quarter cup of lemon juice with two tablespoons of honey, and putting the mixture on the face Or the place to be lightened or softened, but before bedtime, and then washed the next day with warm water.

 

-           Benefits of drinking olive oil with lemon on an empty stomach.

One. improve human health.

Lemon juice with olive oil resists diseases; They contain a good amount of antioxidants, unsaturated fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals that have an important role in strengthening the human immune system.

 

Two. Treating constipation.

Olive oil softens the stomach, and lemon juice speeds up the digestion process, which leads to getting rid of the problem of indigestion that results in bloating and gas, in addition to getting rid of digestive disorders, and getting rid of peptic ulcers or gastritis, and it is recommended to drink a glass of water to relieve The taste of the mixture.

 

Three. Weight loss.

The juice reduces the amount of fat in the body, it reduces appetite or the feeling of hunger, because olive oil contains oleic acid, which is converted in the small intestine to the hormone oleo-ethanolamide, which is responsible for giving the brain a signal of feeling full, and therefore the amount of food a person eats decreases.

 

Other benefits of drinking juice on an empty stomach.

• Olive oil and lemon control the level of harmful cholesterol in the blood, and thus avoid the body from getting clots.

• Olive oil and lemon limit the activity of hepatitis C virus and its transmission to healthy cells in the body.

 

 

General benefits of olive oil.

 

-           Olive oil provides many general benefits; Among which we mention the following:

 

1. Rich in healthy monounsaturated fats.

 

-           Polyunsaturated fats make up 11% of olive oil; Among the types of unsaturated fats available in it are omega-3 and omega-6, and saturated fats make up 14% of olive oil, but monounsaturated fats are the predominant fats in olive oil, especially the type known as (oleic acid); It makes up 73% of the total fat content of the oil.

•           It should be noted oleic acid helps to increase levels of high-density lipoprotein; Or what is known as good cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein), and lowering levels of (low-density lipoprotein), or what is known as bad cholesterol.

•           A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition indicated that a diet rich in monounsaturated fats, known as the Mediterranean diet, increases HDL levels compared to low-fat diets.

 

2. Rich in antioxidants.

 

-           Such as: phenolic compounds and carotenoids; It should be noted that antioxidants are useful compounds that help reduce cell damage that is associated with an increased risk of many diseases and health problems.

 

-           Also, some compounds in olive oil may contribute to maintaining a healthy heart; Including polyphenol compounds, some of which can help reduce the risk of platelet clots that cause heart attacks. A study published in the journal Atherosclerosis in 2005 indicated that the consumption of virgin olive oil rich in phenolic compounds along with medical treatment; To have a positive effect on those who suffer from coronary heart disease.

 

 

3. Rich in vitamins.

 

-           Olive oil is rich in vitamin K, which is responsible for blood clotting. It also contains vitamin E; It is an antioxidant that is thought to help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, in addition to containing small amounts of calcium and potassium.

 

 

Benefits of olive oil for muscles.

Olive oil has been used since ancient times in body massage. As it helps to increase the elasticity of the skin, and blood supply to the main muscles, and one study conducted in 2010 found that massaging the athlete’s body with olive oil after exercise helps to speed up the muscle recovery process, as it contributes to increasing blood flow, and removing the byproducts of the process. It is quickly metabolized as lactic acid from the dilated blood vessels, and it is worth noting that olive oil was adopted as a means of treatment and prevention of sports injuries, and therefore the consumption of olive oil maintains muscle health.

 

Olive oil provides a range of health benefits, including the following:

 

• Reduces the risk of stroke: A study conducted on 841,000 people found that olive oil is the only source of monounsaturated fats, which is associated with a reduced risk of stroke, and another study conducted on 140,000 people indicated that people who consumed olive oil were Less likely to have a stroke compared to those who did not consume it.

• Reduces the risk of Alzheimer's disease: one animal study showed that the substance in olive oil can contribute to the removal of beta-amyloid plaques; It is the plaques whose accumulation inside the brain cells is associated with Alzheimer’s disease, and another study conducted on humans indicated that a Mediterranean diet rich in olive oil can help improve brain functions, and it should be noted that more research is needed on the effect of Olive oil in Alzheimer's disease.

• Reduces the risk of depression: A study indicated that olive oil can reduce the risk of depression, as it was found that people whose diet depends on trans fats may become more prone to depression, compared to people whose diet depends on rich foods. With monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats.

 

General benefits of lemon.

-           Lemon provides many general benefits; Among which we mention the following:

 

1. Rich in dietary fiber.

-           The soluble fiber in lemon helps; (Pectin) improves intestinal health, and slows the digestion of sugars and starches, which reduces blood sugar levels, as the size of pectin expands in the stomach, which helps to feel full for a longer time, and therefore lemon is usually used as one of the foods that reduce weight, and it should be Pointing out that lemon juice does not contain pectin, so it does not give the same feeling of satiety as a whole lemon does; Lemon juice loses its nutritional benefits related to weight loss because it does not contain dietary fiber.

 

2. Rich in vitamins and minerals.

-           Lemon contains many minerals and vitamins; Such as: potassium, which helps lower blood pressure levels, maintain heart health, and contains vitamin B6, which helps convert food into energy within the body, in addition to containing all of the following:

 

• Calcium.

• Iron.

• Magnesium.

• Phosphorous.

• Selenium.

• Copper.

• Manganese.

• Folate.

• Choline.

• Vitamin A.

• Vitamin B1.

• Vitamin B2.

• Vitamin B5.

 

3. Rich in Vitamin C.

-           Lemon is a good source of vitamin C; A lemon provides approximately 31 milligrams of vitamin C, equivalent to 51% of the recommended daily intake, and sources of vitamin C and antioxidants help strengthen the immune system against cold and flu causes.