Internet influencers are drinking shots of olive oil and lemon juice. Should you?

"Research shows that following the Mediterranean diet, which features roughly four daily tablespoons of olive oil as its main source of fat, can reduce the odds of a major heart event by 25%. Olive oil's beneficial role in heart health comes down to two things: it's a monounsaturated fat and helps lower bad cholesterol."

"A tablespoon of lemon juice only nets you around 6% of the 75mg of vitamin C you need daily. Dietician Michelle Routhenstein warned that acid reflux can be an issue for some, due to the acidity of lemon and the peppery sharpness of the oil."

Wellness enthusiasts are consuming lemon juice and olive oil shots for potential skin and digestive benefits. While trends in wellness shots have varied, experts suggest limited health benefits. A tablespoon of lemon juice provides only a small percentage of daily vitamin C needs. The Mediterranean diet, rich in olive oil, can reduce heart event risks by 25%. Olive oil's monounsaturated fats lower bad cholesterol and maintain artery flexibility, contrasting with saturated fats that contribute to plaque buildup.

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