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Mediterranean diet

One of the most important foods of the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid is olive oil.
Olive oil contains a high proportion of unsaturated fatty acids. These fatty acids seem to be more effective in reducing LDL cholesterol, the so-called "bad cholesterol". High levels of the LDL cholesterol are associated with the long term occurrence of cardiovascular diseases.
Furthermore, vitamin E, which is an important nutrient of olive oil, has a significant antioxidant action, protecting our bodies from harmful substances, which-for example- are triggered by smoking, air pollution, etc.