For centuries olive oil has been prized for its health benefits, but only in recent years have we had hard scientific data to back up what many already suspected: Using extra virgin olive oil has tangible, positive effects on your health.

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Ibuprofen-like activity in extra virgin olive oil
- from the Nature Publishing Group, download PDF

FDA says Olive Oil May Boose Heart Health
- Read article by Deidre Henderson, AP Writer