04/18/2024

No, You Don’t Need to Chug Olive Oil

While there are health benefits, they aren't revolutionary

Forget morning coffee. Across the internet, people are broadcasting a different routine: drinking a shot of extra virgin olive oil after they climb out of bed.

Gulping down the oil that’s usually reserved for cooking has been a "game-changer," one TikToker said. "It gives my body a kickstart," another chimed in. Others claim a shot (or more) of olive oil per day improves their gut health, boosts their metabolism and makes their skin glow. Even celebrities, like Kourtney Kardashian and Ryan Seacrest, have trumpeted their love of olive oil shots.

But are they pouring on the praise for good reason? We asked experts what they think of drinking a shot glass full of straight olive oil.

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