{
  "id": 17217264,
  "title": "People Are Taking Olive Oil Shots—Experts Say It May Not Just Be Hype",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/30/people-are-taking-olive-oil-shots-experts-say-it-may-not-just-be-hype",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-30T11:15:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/people-are-taking-olive-oil-shots-experts-say-it-may-not-just-be-hype-12638353"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Olive oil, often dubbed \"green gold,\" has been celebrated for its numerous health benefits, including its ability to boost good cholesterol, reduce bad cholesterol, and lower the risk of chronic diseases like cancer and heart disease. A recent study on mice, published by the American Diabetes Association, suggests that consuming olive oil before drinking a glucose solution may help regulate blood sugar levels. This is because the oil may slow gastric emptying and stimulate the release of hormones and nerve signals that aid in blood sugar control. However, health experts caution against the practice of taking olive oil shots. Lisa Valente, a registered dietitian, explains that the trend of ingesting olive oil separately from meals may not be the most effective way to reap its health benefits. She recommends incorporating olive oil into meals, such as using it as a salad dressing or cooking with it, rather than consuming it as a shot. Valente also points out that olive oil contains around 120 calories per tablespoon, which could add up quickly if consumed before every meal. While the study's findings are promising, the authors and Valente stress that the evidence is limited to mice, and further human research is needed to confirm the results. In the meantime, they encourage people to enjoy olive oil's benefits by incorporating it into their meals, rather than opting for a shot.",
  "summary": "New research suggests olive oil before carbs may help control blood sugar, but experts say more human studies are needed.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}