They are all wonderful foods containing amazing phytochemicals (plant-derived compounds understood to be responsible for their health benefits) that fight against cardiovascular disease; the general term used to describe a group of disorders of the heart and blood vessels and regarded as the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the western world.   In order for me to give you the why on each of these amazing foods I’ve decided to break this post up into 3 parts so not to leave any stone unturned? Part 1 will focus on olive oil.  Continue reading →