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Olive oil Olea europaea sativa Cellular well-being Beta-carotene - a precursor to vitamin A A recent study on the effects of olive oil on dementia and the prevention of Alzheimer’s The Impact of Olive Oil and Mediterranean Diet on the Prevention of Cardiovascular Diseases Mediterranean Diet Can Delay Parkinson's Disease Vatsan turvotus Drinks What does it mean?

Nutrients

Trace elements Calcium Ca Iron Fe Iodine (I)Potassium K Magnesium Mg Sodium Na Phosphorus P Selenium Se Zinc Zn Fat Fatty acids Polyunsaturated fats Oleic acid (cis-9-octadecenoic acid) monounsaturated fats Fatty acid - linoleic acid Fatty acid - alpha-linolenic acid Sterols Protein Carbohydrates Organic acids Sugars Glucose (grape sugar) 70 Glucosinolate Sucrose (cane sugar) 100 Fructose (fruit sugar) 140–175 Fiber Polysaccharide, water-soluble Nitrogen compounds Tryptophan Folate B9, folic acid Niasiiniekvivalentti NE Niacin B3 (nicotinamide, nicotinic acid)Pyridoxine B6 Riboflavin B2 Thiamine B1 Vitamin A Retinol, β-carotene Karotenoidit Vitamin C Ascorbic Acid Vitamin E Tocopherols, tocotrienols Vitamin K K₁ (phylloquinone), K₂ (menaquinone)Beta-carotene (precursor of vitamin A)Mn Manganese Minerals Energy (kJ)Calories (kcal)Fiber Gut health Beneficial bacteria of the gut Bromelain enzyme Kaempferol Antioxidants and bioactive compounds Antioksidantit Oleocanthal Polyphenols Polyphenols Sekoiridoidi (polyfenoli)Flavonoids Flavanonit Hesperidin Naringin Flavanols (catechins)EGCG, catechins Catechins Resveratrol Anthocyanins Anthocyanins Quercetin Actinidin enzyme Flavanones Support for the immune system Cleans the arteries, keeps the blood clean Supporting hemoglobin levels Managing cholesterol Prevents the oxidation of blood cholesterol Cardiovascular health Brain health Serotonin Prevention of cerebral circulation disorders, paralysis Alzheimer's Strengthens the inner lining of blood vessels Anti-inflammatory effect Anti-inflammatory effects Reducing chronic inflammation Gut and stomach support Improved digestion The body's pH balance Ca Calcium Structure and health of bones and teeth P Phosphorus Energy metabolism, bones K Potassium Fluid balance, nervous system function Sodium Fluid balance, muscle function Mg Magnesium Function of muscles and nervous system Blood pressure Functioning of blood vessels The body's resistance to inflammation Blood sugar management Weight management Weight gain and visceral fat Metabolic syndrome Sugar and fat metabolism Low-grade inflammation Nestetasapaino Swelling Bone Lihakset Hermosto Ihon terveys Rich in antioxidants - cells, skin, hair, all organs Slows down cell aging Protecting cells from oxidative stress Condition of the skin and mucous membranes Collagen production in the skin Collagen - Skin Connective Tissue Joints Tendons Muscles Bones Skin and tissue well-being Eye health Vision Joint health Reduces inflammation and oxidative stress Elimistön puhdistaminen Body wastes, toxic substances Possible cancer-preventive effect Antibacterial properties Improves the oil's oxidation resistance and shelf life Natural preservative Possible effect on sleep quality Who it may not be suitable for Sugar alcohols - Xylitol Sorbitol Lactitol Maltitol Sucralose Stevia Erythritol E968 Erythritol sugar alcohol

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Flavonoidit

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Polyphenols

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