In this episode, Dr. Mike Hart explores the science and practical benefits of olive oil, focusing on its unique polyphenols and their impact on heart, brain, skin, and overall health. Dr. Hart breaks down the five key polyphenols found in olive oil—hydroxytyrosol, oleocanthal, oleuropein, maslinic acid, and tyrosol—explaining their roles in reducing inflammation, supporting cardiovascular and cognitive function, and even promoting skin health. He offers evidence-based supplement and dosage recommendations, tips for selecting high-quality olive oil, and advice on how to incorporate both oil and extracts into your daily routine for maximum benefit. The episode concludes with a discussion on olive oil’s effects on the gut microbiome and practical expectations for seeing results.

Nick Norwitz – Olive oil consumption habits Nick Norwitz (YouTube)
Nutricost Olive Leaf Extract (Amazon)

Show Notes:

• (0:00) Welcome back to the Hart2Heart Podcast with Dr. Mike Hart
  
  

• (00:30) Why olive oil is unique: polyphenols and health
  
  

• (01:00) The five key polyphenols in olive oil
  
  

• (01:30) Hydroxytyrosol: brain, heart, and skin benefits
  
  

• (05:30) Oleocanthal: anti-inflammatory and cognitive effects
  
  

• (12:30) Oleuropein: blood pressure and cardiovascular support
  
  

• (16:30) Maslinic acid: muscle preservation and anti-aging
  
  

• (19:00) Tyrosol: longevity and mitochondrial health
  
  

• (21:00) How to choose high-quality olive oil
  
  

• (23:00) Supplement and dosage recommendations
  
  

• (24:00) Olive oil and the gut microbiome
  
  

• (27:00) How long to expect for results

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Dr. Mike Hart is a Cannabis Physician and Lifestyle Strategist. In April 2014, Dr. Hart became the first physician in London, Ontario to open a cannabis clinic. While Dr. Hart continues to treat patients at his clinic, his primary focus has shifted to correcting the medical cannabis educational gap that exists in the medical community. 

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