26. Olive oil
“Chronic inflammation is a risk factor for many types of cardiovascular disease, and Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) has well-documented anti-inflammatory properties,” Galvin says.
“These properties of EVOO are closely linked to its phenols and polyphenols. The cardioprotective, anti-inflammatory benefits can be seen with just one tablespoon per day, but as the number of tablespoons increases, the anti-inflammatory benefits have also been found to increase. Levels of CRP (C-reactive protein, an inflammatory marker in lab work) have been shown to decrease with the consumption of olive oil.”
If you’re planing to lose weight, extra virgin olive oil can increase blood levels of serotonin, a hormone associated with satiety.
