OLIVE ~~
OIL
REMEDIES
Olive oil is used for cardiovascular diseases,
high blood cholestrerol,
earaches, constipation, stomach upset,
dry skin and stretch marks.
Taken internally, olive oil stimulates metabolism, promotes digestion and lubricates mucous membranes. It can also be applied externally to treat dry skin.
~~ APLICATIONS ~~
TO LOWER BLOOD CHOLESTEROL LEVELS
** The monounsaturated fatty acids in olive oil help lower LDL ( "bad" ) cholesterol levels without affecting HDL ( "good" ) cholesterol or triglyceride levels.
** To lower your cholesterol, at least 15 percent of your daily calories should come from monounsaturated fatty acids.
** Whenever possible, use olive oil in place of butter or other vegetable oils in cooking, in preparing dressings for salads or vegetables and in making sandwiches.
TO TREAT EAR COMPLAINTS
** To clear stopped-up ears, put a few drops of lukewarm olive oil in the affected ear.
** Lie for 5 minutes on the opposite side, then turn over, so that the olive oil can flow out again.
( Do not put any liquid in your ear if you think you may have a perforated eardrum!)
** For ear aches, soak a cotton pad in olive oil, then add 5 drops of lavender oil.
** Place it loosely in your outer ear until the pain abates.
TO PREVENT HAIR LOSS
** Massage the scalp with olive oil every evening for eight days.
** Let it work overnight and wash it out in the morning.
TO MOISTURIZE SKIN
** Apply daily to dry spots or stretch marks.
EXTRA TIP!!
Olive oil can help build strong fingernails
and soften cuticles.
Before bed, soak your nails in a mixture
of lukewarm olive oil and lemon juice.
Put on soft cloth gloves and let the oil
penetrate overnight.
Your nails will gradually become more
resistant to breaking and chipping.
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