The Healing Powers of Olive Oil: A Complete Guide To Nature's Liquid Gold (Paperback)

by Cal Orey (Author) "In the fifties, I grew up in San Jose, California, a place once known for its plentiful prune tree orchards..." (more)
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Lose Weight...Lower Cholesterol And Blood Pressure...Prevent Heart Disease And Cancer...Live Longer...And So Much More! Discover The Amazing Powers Of Olive Oil!

From ancient times to present-day, olive oil has been used for everything from health ailments to beauty and housekeeping and so much more. Now evidence shows that a diet based on olive oil can add years to your life and may even prevent some diseases. Health author-journalist Cal Orey has consulted top doctors, nutritionists, olive oil producers, and chefs, getting the most up-to-date information on the many benefits of olive oil, such as:

Health Improvements:

Relieving arthritis aches

Inhibiting breast and colon cancer

Preventing diabetes

Reducing pain

Staving off ulcers

Fighting impaired memory

Home Cures:

Soothing diaper rash

Reducing hair loss

Cleaning your house, naturally

Minimizing stretch marks and wrinkles

Zapping ticks and conditioning your pet's coat

And more information that everyone worldwide should know! Includes dozens of delicious recipes that make olive oil a vital part of a long and healthy life!

"The best and highly practical information about the core of the longevity-boosting Mediterranean diet." --Karlis Ullis, M.D., Medical Director of Sports Medicine and Anti-Aging Medical Group in Santa Monica, California

Product Details

• Paperback: 260 pages
• Publisher: Kensington (February 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0758222211
• ISBN-13: 978-0758222213
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #127,986 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Olive Oil Book is a Godsend!, January 30, 2008

By	Kim Barrow "EARTHQUAKE EPI-CENTER" (Los Gatos, CA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The health benefits from using olive oil are beyond amazing. The Healing Powers of Olive Oil has been a Godsend to me. I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes last year. I cried when I got my blood tests back. My cholesterol and triglycerides we're far above normal. I felt like I was a walking time bomb. Now they've dropped over 100 points and my blood sugar levels are easier to manage. I've begun using the recipes "all with olive oil" in the book. You can even use olive oil in baking healthful goodies! I bought Ms. Orey's other book The Healing Powers of Vinegar. Together these dynamic books are teaching me a new way of eating and living...healthfully!

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars God bless the olive tree!, April 17, 2008

By	Larry James (Scottsdale, AZ USA - Larry James - CelebrateLove.com) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

"The Healing Powers of Olive Oil" is a breakthrough book that can do much more for you than be an aid to cooking. It's jam packed with wit, wisdom, cures, remedies, recipes and more and presented in an easy to understand and informative way. Lowering cholesterol and blood pressure got my attention. If you value your health and the health of your family, you will purchase Cal Orey's book.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Informative book on Olive oil, March 4, 2008

By	Flo Spruance (Paradise, CA) - See all my reviews

Cal Orey has written another very informative book. I feel like I finally understand the various types of olive oil I see in many stores. I love the way she summarizes each chapter calling them "The Golden Secrets to Remember." I especially loved the chapters called "Cures from Your Kitchen (30 Ways to Use Olive Oil Remedies)" and "Olive Oil Mania: Using Olive Oil for the Household, Kids, Pets, and Beauty." I plan to visit an olive oil producer mention that is a half hour drive from our home as well as trying some of the recipes that she has included. Until reading this book I had no idea there were so many benefits from olive oil. I look forward to trying the various types in my home. This book is a must for anyone wanting to know more about olive oil.