Olive Oil Prevent Breast Cancer

Although the taste of olive has become an attraction for thousands of years, modern research presents another reason to eat: Olive oil contains a single-chain polyunsaturated fats, vitamin E and polyphenols. Last two compounds were efficacious reduce cancer risk.

Since long time the experts have to know someone eating patterns associated with risk of breast cancer. In addition to advice to avoid foods high in fat, scientists have now advised the woman to do a Mediterranean diet based on fruits, vegetables, grains, and olive oil, as the best path to a healthy and protected from breast cancer.

Research conducted by scientists from Spain to the mice in the laboratory showed that a compound in olive oil will impede the genes responsible for the growth of tumor cells in the breast. This oil is also working with the deadly protein that becomes "food source" of cancer cells.

Dr.Eduard Escrich, lead researcher, suggested us to eat olive oil 50 ml, or the equivalent of 10 teaspoons of virgin olive oil every day. However, he said that the properties of olive oil as an antidote to this new cancer could be picked if this lifestyle is applied in the long term.

Mediterranean diet has been recognized experts on the protection for diseases such as cancer, heart disease, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and also to streamline the body.

Greece is the country's largest oil consumer in the world. People in countries that consume 20 times more olive oil than the United Kingdom and Italy, which also includes as a major producer of olive oil.