Khaberni - In a new medical tribute that puts "liquid gold" at the forefront of the superfoods list, Dr. Sam Watts, the British medical expert and specialist in the "Ayurveda" therapeutic system, calls for the necessity of making extra virgin olive oil a daily companion at the dining table, describing it as one of the strongest natural armors against modern diseases.
Dr. Watts explained, in statements reported by "Mirror", that the secret strength of extra virgin olive oil lies in its superior ability to effect a vital balance within the body.
He pointed out that including it regularly in meals contributes not only to lowering blood sugar levels but also acts as a protective umbrella for the heart and brain, by reducing bad cholesterol and regulating blood pressure, leading to effectively managing weight.
Why "extra virgin" specifically?
Unlike processed oils, "extra virgin" is extracted from fresh olives with limited chemical processes, allowing it to retain its full nutritional arsenal.
According to an extensive study published in 2026, this oil has proven its overwhelming superiority over all other types of fats in improving cholesterol quality (increasing the good type HDL and reducing the harmful LDL), thanks to its richness in vitamins (E) and (K) and monounsaturated fatty acids.
"Polyphenols": Your personal guard for your cells
Experts attribute these amazing benefits to "polyphenols", plant antioxidants that act as "cleaners" for inflammations within the body, contributing to the slowing down of the progression of nervous system diseases and protecting cells from cancerous transformations.
"Prescription" for optimal use
Despite its countless benefits, nutrition experts set two basic conditions for achieving maximum benefit:
Moderation: Including it in a balanced diet like the Mediterranean diet.
Avoiding heat: It is preferred to consume it "cold" with salads or ready meals, to avoid breaking down its sensitive compounds at high temperatures.
