Tag: cardiovascular system
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Olive Oil as a Natural Laxative

Olive oil is one of the healthiest sources of fat in the Mediterranean diet. Especially extra virgin olive oil has been shown to offer benefits to the cardiovascular system, helps control cholesterol and has a mild laxative effect which is mainly based on its high content in monounsaturated fatty acids and its lubricating property, functioning…
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5 important benefits of cocoa for the body

Cocoa is the dried and fully fermented seed that we get from the cocoa tree. Cocoa contains substances such as flavanols, procyanidins and other flavonoids, theobromine and a small amount of caffeine. These substances have 5 important benefits for the body. 1. Improving cognitive function Consuming at least 5 cups of cocoa per week can…