Extra-virgin olive oil as part of the Mediterranean diet has known health benefits. Now it seems that the oil contains a molecule that like aspirin and ibuprofen has activity as a COX-1&2 inhibitor. The Monell Chemical Senses Center has shown that three tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil contains the equivalent of 10% of the daily dose of Ibuprofen. While this is great one might get very nauseated trying to eat enough olive oil to avoid taking Ibuprofen. Also, the protective effects of ibuprofen are in question and it could actually increase the risk of heart attacks. Today I did more barn repair so Ibuprofen sound good.
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