Kashif Khan breaks down a Cell Reports study showing that very high oleic acid intake, the main fat in olive oil, can actually promote fat-cell formation and contribute to obesity. The takeaway: moderate your portions and vary your healthy fats.
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Here's why too much olive oil can actually be a bad thing for you. You've probably heard that olive oil is one of the healthiest fats on the planet. That's all true when used in moderation. But what most people are doing now, following the trend, is pouring way too much of it onto their food, and that can actually backfire. A new study in Cell Reports found that diets very high in oleic acid, the main fat in olive oil, can actually drive obesity. Here's the difference. When you use a normal amount of olive oil, your body processes it for energy and it supports your heart health. But when you consume too much of it on a consistent daily basis, the excess oleic acid signals your body to create more fat cells. That means your body builds up extra capacity to store fat, which over time makes it much easier to gain weight. So olive oil isn't bad, but the excess consumption becomes a problem. So keep your portions moderate and mix in other healthy fats instead of relying only on olive oil for everything, because too much of even the healthy food can end up hurting you. If you found this helpful, make sure to share it with someone you know. Drop a follow for more daily detailed tips just like this.
