8. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Welcome to the Mediterranean region, where extra virgin olive oil is king… And since extra virgin olive oil is king, we’ve heard about it, but how much do we know about it? Extra virgin olive oil is the main component of the Mediterranean diet for good reasons.
First of all, extra virgin olive oil is loaded with vitamins such as K and E. Secondly, it is full of powerful antioxidants that have been associated with reduced inflammation in the body, minimize LDL cholesterol, and improved overall health.
Extra virgin olive oil is also loaded with healthy fats that keep heart-related problems at bay.