{"id":4642,"date":"2015-04-15T17:14:42","date_gmt":"2015-04-15T15:14:42","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.hfo.gr\/?page_id=4642"},"modified":"2022-03-10T17:40:03","modified_gmt":"2022-03-10T15:40:03","slug":"health-tips","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.hfo.gr\/en\/health-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Health Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;35px&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;4427&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;4428&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"headline align-left underline \" style=\"color: #666666;\">Health &amp; Wellness<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion style=&#8221;flat&#8221; color=&#8221;white&#8221; gap=&#8221;20&#8243; c_position=&#8221;right&#8221; active_section=&#8221;3&#8243;][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;In ancient time\u2026&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;a1&#8243;][vc_column_text]<span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>the medicinal properties of olive oil and historical importance as a nutrient source of health were studied<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>science of the olive oil production was discovered<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>the first legislation protecting the olive oil producers was introduced<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>more than 60 medicinal uses of olive oil were reported in the Hippocratic Corpus[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Valuable components&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;a2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>vitamins (A, B1, B2, C, D, E and K)<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>minerals (iron)<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>fiber<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>metals<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>monounsaturated fatty acids[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;It contributes decisively to\u2026&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;a3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>lower blood pressure<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>healthy brain function<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>bone health<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>normal aging process<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>efficient function of the stomach and the intestine<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>glossy arteries growth<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>healthy development of newborns<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>protection of the human body from sunlight<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>boost of metabolism<br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Piece of advice&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;a4&#8243;][vc_column_text]<span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>If you drink olive oil before meals, you protect your stomach from ulcers.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>If you drink one to two tablespoons with lemon or coffee, you prevent constipation without causing intestinal discomfort.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>Olive oil<\/strong> is a pure fruit juice rich in <strong>valuable nutrients<\/strong>, such as <strong>vitamins<\/strong> (A, B1, B2, C, D, E and K), <strong>microminerals<\/strong> (iron), <strong>dietary fiber<\/strong> and <strong>minerals<\/strong> and high in monounsaturated fatty acids, which are called the \u201cgood\u201d fats.<\/p>\n<p>Since ancient times, olive oil was the subject of continuous study by the ancient Greek philosophers, such as Dioscorides, Anaxagoras and Empedocles, for its medicinal properties and its historical importance as a nutritional source of health. As for Aristotle, he discovered the science of olive oil production, while Solon introduced the first legislation protecting olive oil producers, according to which it was forbidden to cut more than two trees a year from the Athenian olive groves. In fact, more than 60 medicinal uses of olive oil are mentioned in the Hippocratic Corpus.<\/p>\n<p>Up to this day, the scientific community conducts research on several the beneficial components of olive oil. Modern studies show that consumption of extra virgin olive oil contributes to the following advantages:[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>It <strong>lowers blood pressure<\/strong> and may <strong>prevent hypertension<\/strong>, due to the reduced level of bad cholesterol. This is interpreted by the fact that olive oil is <strong>rich in polyphenols and antioxidants,<\/strong> elements which help arteries to dilate, thus reducing blood pressure.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>It contributes to the increase of <strong>good cholesterol<\/strong> correspondingly.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>It is considered as a <strong>stimulant<\/strong> and benefits people suffering from heart disease.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>It contributes to <strong>healthy brain function<\/strong> and <strong>good bone health,<\/strong> especially for children; it assists in absorption of calcium.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>Thanks to its content of <strong>vitamin E,<\/strong> olive oil enhances the <strong>normal aging process<\/strong> and thereby makes it necessary for the elderly.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>It is considered as a <strong>balsam for the stomach,<\/strong> since it strengthens the <strong>digestive system<\/strong> and reduces the risk of developing stomach ulcers and gastritis. Laxative properties are included, improving bowel function.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>It <strong>protects the body<\/strong> from sunlight and <strong>soothes pain<\/strong> from insect bites by reducing gastric juices.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>It is a <strong>valuable and necessary complement<\/strong> to breast milk. Its content in acids contributes to the proper development of newborns.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span><strong>Precious fatty acids of olive oil<\/strong> are incorporated in body cells, making arteries sleeker and the <strong>skin smoother.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"check\">\u2713<\/span>Finally, it enhances the function of the <strong>metabolism<\/strong> leading to <strong>the prevention and the control of obesity.<\/strong> It is an essential complement to those suffering from diabetes, since it balances the sugar.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;35px&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;4427&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;4428&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text] Health &amp; 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