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Olive Oil: The Heart-Healthy Kitchen Staple You Need

3/7/2026

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  • Suzy Karadsheh, a Mediterranean cooking expert, promotes extra virgin olive oil as a healthful staple.
  • She says it boosts heart health and satiety by replacing saturated fats.
  • Research shows meals rich in olive oil may stimulate GLP-1, a hormone that regulates blood sugar and digestion.
  • Experts warn dietary GLP-1 effects are short-lived compared with prescription medications.
  • Karadsheh emphasizes healthy swaps over eliminating foods.