{"id":6187,"date":"2019-11-01T09:14:00","date_gmt":"2019-11-01T09:14:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/contedoro.com\/olive-oil-and-natural-remedies\/"},"modified":"2026-08-01T12:30:32","modified_gmt":"2026-08-01T12:30:32","slug":"olive-oil-and-natural-remedies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/contedoro.com\/en\/olive-oil-and-natural-remedies\/","title":{"rendered":"OLIVE OIL AND NATURAL REMEDIES"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>Popular customs have shown us that olive oil is one of the most effective natural remedies for resolving small domestic inconveniences or common non-serious illnesses. In fact, in the past, our grandparents certainly did not go to the pharmacy to buy ointments for burns or rheumatism and sprains, solutions for hair loss, and so on. They drew on what they had at home to formulate their healing mixtures. They almost always used common food products such as honey, potatoes, onions, fig leaves, eggs, vinegar&#8230; and at the base of everything there was always olive oil.   <\/strong><\/em><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Indice<\/div>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #343e3d;color:#343e3d\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #343e3d;color:#343e3d\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/contedoro.com\/en\/olive-oil-and-natural-remedies\/#Olive_oil_and_natural_remedies\" >Olive oil and natural remedies<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/contedoro.com\/en\/olive-oil-and-natural-remedies\/#Olive_oil_for_burns\" >Olive oil for burns<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/contedoro.com\/en\/olive-oil-and-natural-remedies\/#Olive_oil_to_relieve_earaches_and_facilitate_the_extraction_of_earwax\" >Olive oil to relieve earaches and facilitate the extraction of earwax<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/contedoro.com\/en\/olive-oil-and-natural-remedies\/#Olive_oil_and_hair_loss\" >Olive oil and hair loss<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/contedoro.com\/en\/olive-oil-and-natural-remedies\/#Anti-wrinkle_olive_oil\" >Anti-wrinkle olive oil<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/contedoro.com\/en\/olive-oil-and-natural-remedies\/#Olive_oil_for_rheumatism_and_sprains\" >Olive oil for rheumatism and sprains<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/contedoro.com\/en\/olive-oil-and-natural-remedies\/#Olive_oil_against_skin_dryness_and_psoriasis\" >Olive oil against skin dryness and psoriasis<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/contedoro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/OLIO-D-OLIVA-E-RIMEDI-NATURALI1-1024x536.jpg\" alt=\"OLIVE-OIL-AND-NATURAL-REMEDIES1\" class=\"wp-image-1575\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Olive_oil_and_natural_remedies\"><\/span>Olive oil and natural remedies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today, in our modern era, after having undergone the great corporate boom and being surrounded by a tide of cosmetics and drugs, naturalness is being sought again to treat the most common ailments, avoiding frequent recourse to medicines that in the long run could have adverse effects on our health. And so olive oil returns to excel among the valid natural remedies for the most common and frequent indispositions. In fact, today, the most recurring uses concern:  <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Olive oil for burns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Olive oil to relieve earaches and to facilitate the extraction of earwax plugs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Olive oil and hair loss<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anti-wrinkle olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Olive oil for rheumatism and sprains<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Olive oil against skin dryness and psoriasis<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In detail, we will now explain the various areas individually and together we will learn to apply and use it in the best way, with maximum naturalness.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Olive_oil_for_burns\"><\/span>Olive oil for burns<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It often happens at home while cooking, ironing, or when exposing oneself to the sun with the arrival of the beautiful seasons, to get small burns or sunburns on the skin. In these cases, the first thing to do is to put the burned part of the dermis under a plentiful stream of cold water. Subsequently, the severity of the situation is assessed. If the area is very extensive and blackened and has very large blisters, it is necessary to consult a doctor; otherwise, one can resort to natural home remedies by applying oily substances that keep the part soft, such as, indeed, olive oil. It has a notable effect on the burned dermis thanks to its emollient and anti-inflammatory properties, due to its chemical composition. There are several methods for using olive oil against these problems:     <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Compress: take a cloth with a weave that is not very wide, moisten it with oil, place it on the part to be treated, and leave it to act for at least 30 minutes. The application can be repeated at time intervals until the skin redness is completely reabsorbed. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Direct application: apply olive oil directly to the affected part and massage gently until it is completely absorbed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oil and lemon mix: pour the squeezed juice of half a lemon and three tablespoons of olive oil into a container, mix everything, and gently rub the affected part. The treatment can be repeated every three hours. This method is applicable only in cases of redness due to excessive sun exposure, to restore the right balance of the skin.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In all these cases, however, one must not exceed the amount of olive oil because, being rich in fatty acids, they could clog the pores of the dermis.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Olive_oil_to_relieve_earaches_and_facilitate_the_extraction_of_earwax\"><\/span>Olive oil to relieve earaches and facilitate the extraction of earwax<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Earache is one of the most common illnesses, especially in children, and the most frequent reason for discomfort or pain in the ear is the excessive accumulation of earwax. It prevents external particles from coming into contact with the ear canal and the eardrum, but often, when it is in excess, it must be eliminated, otherwise it will tend to form a plug. Ear discomfort, however, is not only due to earwax, but also to inflammations inside the ear, which can be more or less acute, such as otitis, or lighter. For all this, olive oil has always been one of the most used natural remedies, but in case of other more serious symptoms, such as fever, it is always necessary to consult a doctor.   <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The grandmother&#8217;s remedy for the treatment of these discomforts\/pains is:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>pour 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil into a wide pan and place it over a very low flame;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>while the oil heats up, take a couple of garlic cloves and mince them finely;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>add the garlic cloves to the hot olive oil and wait for them to be well absorbed;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>turn off the heat, put the oil in a glass container, and let it cool down a bit;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> when the oil has become lukewarm, it is possible to use one of the following methods to use olive oil to treat earaches;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>take a cotton ball and dip it in the warm oil. At this point, gently insert the cotton soaked in warm oil into the ear. For this operation, it is necessary to lie on one side with the ear facing upwards. This will help the oil flow down into the ear canal; alternatively, a syringe or a dropper can be used. With the dropper, take a few drops of oil and always insert them gently into the ear, again in a position lying on one side;    <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">in the event that olive oil is being used to extract earwax, after squeezing the oil into the ear, wait 5 minutes and place a clean cloth right under the ear, so as to collect the oil and the liquefied earwax that comes out of the ear. Finally, spray some clean water into the ear to clean it.  <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If olive oil is used simply to treat an earache, just put a cotton ball in the ear after pouring the oil into it. When the person feels some relief, the cotton ball can be removed. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is good to remember that if the infection persists, it should not be neglected, because damage to the auditory system could occur.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Olive_oil_and_hair_loss\"><\/span>Olive oil and hair loss<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stressful situations, dry or brittle hair, especially in women, lead to hair loss. In the long run, treatments with anti-hair loss vials can prove to be ineffective, so why not try a natural remedy? Olive oil is a practical and very useful remedy for strengthening the scalp and countering hair loss. Every evening before going to bed, rub the scalp with a cotton ball soaked in a few drops of olive oil. Then wrap the head in a towel and the next morning wash the hair with a mild shampoo. Repeat the treatment for at least 10 days and you will immediately notice stronger and more luminous hair. Olive oil helps the scalp and fiber through:      <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>vitamin A which counters the effects of aging<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>vitamin E which fights the effects of free radicals and damage to cellular tissues<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>linoleic acid, essential for providing softness even to the most difficult hair to treat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Olive oil can be applied to any type of hair as it responds to every type of need. It can provide relief to curly and dry hair, but also add softness, volume, luminosity, and repair daily damage due to the use of the hairdryer and brush, but also from the sun or seawater. <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Anti-wrinkle_olive_oil\"><\/span>Anti-wrinkle olive oil<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Olive oil has also proven to be an excellent anti-aging remedy. Thanks to its polyphenols, which exert a strong antioxidant power, it prevents wrinkles by countering the action of free radicals. Furthermore, the beta-carotene present helps to make the skin elastic. Just dab it on the skin around the eyes before going to sleep in the evening or immediately after waking up in the morning. It can be stored in the refrigerator so that it has a thicker consistency and therefore more similar to that of a cream.    <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A few drops of scented essential oils can be added to the olive oil, or a few drops of it can be added to moisturizing creams, achieving softness and elasticity.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Olive_oil_for_rheumatism_and_sprains\"><\/span>Olive oil for rheumatism and sprains<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is now well clear that olive oil is rich in phenols (tyrosol, hydroxytyrosol, and oleuropein) with strong antioxidant power, which perform a protective action against oxidative stress, an event that characterizes the inflammatory processes of rheumatic diseases. It has been observed that the inhibition of oxidative stress contributes to slowing down the evolution of rheumatic disease. But it doesn&#8217;t end here! Olive oil, in fact, contains a substance called <strong>oleocanthal<\/strong>, discovered for the first time only in 2005, with properties similar to Ibuprofen and more powerful than aspirin as an anti-inflammatory action. Ibuprofen is one of the most used anti-inflammatory drugs in rheumatic diseases (and also in other inflammatory-based pathologies). Be careful though: these qualities of olive oil are found only with extra virgin olive oil and not with olive oil (a refined oil obtained through the use of solvents to extract oil from the carcasses of already pressed olives) and only when the oil is from the first pressing and cold-pressed, that is, pressed at most within 24-36 hours of the olive harvest. Therefore, always choose a quality oil, possibly made by a trusted local producer, and use it only raw, that is cold, to season salads and dishes; it is also fine in cooking but all its properties are lost. So if we prepare a soup, the oil should be added raw at the end of cooking.       <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also to relieve pain or swelling due to sprains following bad movements or falls, olive oil is a valid natural remedy. It reduces inflammation and has healing properties capable of accelerating the healing process. It is necessary to heat some olive oil until it becomes lukewarm (be careful not to let it fry!), then apply the lukewarm oil to the area affected by pain, and perform massages for 5-6 minutes. This operation helps to relax the muscles and relieve pain. The operation can be repeated 4 times a day.    <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Olive_oil_against_skin_dryness_and_psoriasis\"><\/span>Olive oil against skin dryness and psoriasis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A scientific discovery has also reported the benefits of oil in the treatment of skin psoriasis, a frequent problem also due to stressful situations. This is because the biophenols, of which extra virgin olive oil is rich, inhibit metabolic problems and, thanks to their anti-inflammatory properties, manage to fight the effects of psoriasis. Based on various researches, it is possible to state that psoriasis is an autoimmune pathology, where the increase in the production of antibodies, in particular T lymphocytes, determines an inflammatory phenomenon at the epidermal level (but not only).  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The excessive and abnormal reproduction of skin cells that characterizes psoriasis is evident in particular areas such as the elbows, knees, lower back, face, palms of the hands, soles of the feet, and the scalp.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another frequent pathology is skin dryness, due to genetic factors or strong dehydration. Therefore, even in these cases, olive oil compresses can be valid nourishing, moisturizing, and emollient remedies. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once again, after what has been said, we have had confirmation that olive oil is a precious asset to always have at hand.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Popular customs have shown us that olive oil is one of the most effective natural remedies for resolving small domestic inconveniences or common non-serious illnesses. In fact, in the past, our grandparents certainly did not go to the pharmacy to buy ointments for burns or rheumatism and sprains, solutions for hair loss, and so on. 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