From ancient times to present-day, olive oil has been used as a remarkable remedy for everything from health ailments to beauty and household uses and so much more. Now evidence shows that a diet based on olive oil can promote longer life and may even prevent some diseases linked with American diets. In The Healing Powers of Olive Oil: A Complete Guide to Nature's Gold, health journalist Cal Orey describes the latest medical research from leading experts on the many benefits of olive oil such as:

* Inhibiting breast and colon cancer * Preventing diabetes * Reducing cholesterol to lower your chances for heart disease * Speeding weight loss * Lowering blood pressure * Soothing diaper rash * Minimizing stretch marks and wrinkles * Cleaning your house * Reducing shedding pets in pets * ...and much more!

Written in a lively and easy-to-read style, The Healing Powers of Olive Oil will help you live a healthier and longer life.

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.