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Olive Oil and Lemon Juice: A Traditional Morning Ritual—What Are the Real Benefits?

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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • Juice of ½ fresh lemon
  • ½–1 cup warm water (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1

Squeeze the juice from half a fresh lemon into a glass.

Step 2

Add 1 teaspoon of extra-virgin olive oil.

Step 3

If desired, add warm water and stir well.

Step 4

Drink immediately.

Some people prefer taking it in the morning, while others enjoy it before breakfast. There is no evidence that taking it on an empty stomach provides unique health benefits.

What Does the Evidence Say?

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