Olive oil can be so rich, complex, and flavorful, it hardly seems like a diet food, but there it is on the list of Abs Diet Powerfoods! Full of healthy, monounsaturated fat, olive oil can actually help lower cholesterol and decrease your risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, and obesity.
In general, go for the least processed and most flavorful varieties like extra virgin and virgin. (Note: “light” olive oil simply refers to the color and flavor, not the caloric or fat content.) Some tried-and-true uses include dipping bread in olive oil instead of slathering it with butter, drizzling “evoo” over steamed vegetables, and this amazing Red Bean-and-Olive Oil Dip.
If you need help choosing and storing olive oil, check out this great primer from Self:
• For more information on the Abs Diet, visit Women’s Health.
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