The "You" docs explain why olive oil could help curb hunger pangs in a recent
article:
Quote:
Olive oil contains oleic acid, a monounsaturated fat. Upon reaching the small intestine, oleic acid triggers the production of oleoylethanolamide (OEA), another fatty substance. OEA then finds its way to nerve endings that carry a hunger-curbing message to the brain. And that message is loud and clear: "Hey. Stop eating! You're full!!"
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They suggest dipping whole-wheat bread in olive oil (sound familiar?
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What a great way to start the new year!