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Influencers are drinking shots of olive oil and lemon juice. Should you?
Wellness enthusiasts on TikTok and Instagram claim the combination bestows glowing skin and better digestion
TL;DR
- Wellness influencers are promoting shots of lemon juice and olive oil for glowing skin and better digestion.
- Olive oil, a key component of the Mediterranean diet, is linked to reduced heart event risk due to its monounsaturated fats and polyphenols.
- Lemon juice provides vitamin C, which aids iron absorption, and may stimulate gastric juices for digestion.
- Drinking the ingredients in a shot format bypasses the benefit of using them to enhance the absorption of fat-soluble nutrients from other foods.
- While olive oil can help with constipation and lemon juice may aid digestion, excessive intake can lead to issues like acid reflux.
- Individuals with gallbladder issues, fat malabsorption, or those on blood-thinning or glucose-lowering medications should be cautious.
- Dermatologists suggest topical application of ingredients like oleocanthal and vitamin C is more beneficial for skin health than consumption in shots.