SWEET OIL.. what are the differences from this type of oil and Olive oil that you buy in the...?

Sweet Oil

Scientific Name: Olive Oil

Other Names: Oleum olivae

Uses

Using olive oil in place of butter and other fats that come from animal sources may help to prevent heart disease. Fats are generally classified as saturated or unsaturated according to their chemical structures. Saturated fats are usually solid at room temperature. Mainly derived from animal sources, saturated fats are more likely to form deposits in blood vessels, thereby increasing the chance of having high cholesterol, heart disease, and other conditions. Liquid plant oils such as olive oil, are mostly unsaturated. They are less likely to accumulate in blood vessels and they may help to limit the buildup of blood components called platelets. In addition, olive oil contains large amounts of fatty acids including linolenic acid, oleic acid, palmitic acid, and stearic acid. These and other fatty acids are thought to block the production of chemicals that lead to the formation of deposits in the blood vessels. When unsaturated (plant) fats replace saturated (animal) fats in the diet, blood cholesterol levels may be lowered and the risk of heart disease may decrease.

In general, individuals who eat a diet that substitutes olive oil for animal fats also seem less likely to develop certain cancers. A diet that limits animal fat is often called a "Mediterranean diet" because it is typical of individuals who live in countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea, The overall risk of having breast, colon, prostate, and possibly other cancers may be significantly higher in countries with a high consumption of animal fats--the so-called "Western diet". Although the underlying reasons are not understood fully, unsaturated fats such as olive oil are believed to have an antioxidant effect, which may help prevent cellular damage that leads to cancer. Recent research suggests that they may have direct controlling effects on some of the genes that are associated with cancer development. They may also have a general enhancing effect on immune function, which may help to limit the formation of cancer cells.

Additionally, olive oil may help prevent and treat several other conditions. In animal studies, oral doses of olive oil have been associated with reduced blood sugar levels in animals with diabetes. Although not all the reasons for this potential effect are understood, olive is known to increase the body's production of a chemical known as glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP 1). Because it lengthens the amount of time that contents stay in the stomach, GLP 1 may make individuals feel full longer. In addition, nutrients from foods are absorbed over a longer period, decreasing the chances of large variations in blood sugar levels. In case studies, individuals with diabetes who follow a Mediterranean diet also appear to have less chance of developing complications such as kidney problems and nerve damage from diabetes. The fatty acids and other chemicals in olive oil may interfere with the formation of chemicals that promote inflammation within the body. This anti-inflammatory effect, along with olive oil's possible antioxidant and immune-enhancing properties may help prevent and relieve inflammatory conditions such as arthritis. In another area of research, taking olive oil regularly may help to prevent migraine headaches. One small study reported that teens who had migraines and who took supplemental olive oil every day for 2 months lessened the chance of having a headache and also decreased the length and severity of migraines that did occur. Exactly how olive oil may produce these effects is not understood completely, and further study is needed to confirm results.

The fatty acids and other substances in olive oil may also interfere with the formation of chemicals that promote inflammation within the body. This anti-inflammatory effect, along with olive oil's possible antioxidant and immune-enhancing properties may help prevent and relieve inflammatory conditions such as arthritis. In another area of research, taking olive oil regularly may help to prevent migraine headaches. One small study reported that teens who had migraines and who took supplemental olive oil every day for 2 months lessened the chance of having a headache and also decreased the length and severity of migraines that did occur. Exactly how olive oil may produce these effects is not understood completely, and further study is needed to confirm results.

Applied to the skin, olive oil serves as a softening agent. By itself or in cosmetic products, olive oil is often used to minimize stretch marks from pregnancy or weight loss. It may also have some anti-inflammatory properties, so it has been used to clean and protect minor burns and mild skin conditions such as sunburn. Although it has been used as eardrops to relieve earaches and soften earwax, no studies show that olive oil is effective for use in the ear.

When should I be careful taking it?

Individuals with gallstones or gallbladder di

I have heard of "summer itch" I think it is caused by a small mite. I had a pony that got it last spring, and I looked it up on google. I would have thought the insect spray would have helped, I can't remember what I used, but I also gave her more "gumnuts" for older horses, and after a few weeks, the new hair started showing through and it was just a matter of time and she was back to looking good again. The appearance on my pony sounds much the same as you wrote. If you can, get some "gumnuts" from your horse food supplier and some insecticidal cream. Then just wait for the new hair to grow. If not, then a vet is called for.

sweet oil has a sobitol base