Olive oil was well known as a cure in the ancient world already, Democritus advising to use: "Honey inside, Olive Oil outside". Hildegard of Bingen (1098 -1179) also knew about the beneficial effects of olive oil on our health. She recommended it for the external physical use.

Olive oil was well known as a cure in the ancient world already, Democritus advising to use: "Honey inside, Olive Oil outside". Hildegard of Bingen (1098 -1179) also knew about the beneficial effects of olive oil on our health. She recommended it for the external physical use.

Today's expertise

Today, by using modern techniques of analysis, it is known that olive oil can serve to cure several illnesses and can be used internal and externally.
Olive oil consists mainly of unsaturated fatty acids which dilute the blood and thereby lowering the risk of heart attacks. Its composition also supports bone density which can prevent rheumatism. High quality olive oil is easy to digest and the human body can exploit its constituents in full. High levels of cholesterol can be lowered through the consumption of olive oil because it can, as only olive oil can, lower the “bad” LDL cholesterol while stimulating the “good” HDI cholesterol at the same time.

Cosmetic Therapies

Even today olive oil is still very popular in external treatments. Because of its high level of vitamin E (Tocopherol) and its oxidation resisting impact on the cell walls, it prevents the skin from aging. For tired feet olive oil is mixed with lemon juice and is wrapped around the feet after a footbath. Massaging the feet with this liquid should revitalize the feet again, making them feel fresh, soft and smooth.