A growing wellness trend claims that taking a daily shot of olive oil can transform your health — but one expert decided to test whether the hype matches reality.
Registered dietitian Lauren Manaker took on the challenge, consuming olive oil every day for a week to see if it would lead to noticeable changes in her body.
At first, she attempted to drink it straight, but quickly found the taste and texture difficult to handle. Instead, she began adding it to foods like vegetables, popcorn, and even coffee to make it more manageable.
After seven days, the results were surprising — mostly because there weren’t any dramatic changes. She reported no noticeable boost in energy, focus, skin appearance, or overall wellbeing.
Despite expectations set by social media, she didn’t experience any major digestive effects either, which some people claim happens quickly with this trend.
However, experts say that doesn’t mean olive oil isn’t beneficial. Many of its advantages happen internally and over time, rather than producing instant, visible results.
Olive oil is rich in healthy monounsaturated fats, which can support heart health by improving cholesterol levels. It also contains powerful antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
Some studies have even linked regular olive oil consumption to better brain health, improved metabolism, and protection against conditions like heart disease and cognitive decline.
Still, experts emphasize that taking it as a “shot” isn’t necessary. The same benefits can be gained by incorporating olive oil into meals as part of a balanced diet.
In the end, while the trend might sound appealing, it’s not a quick fix — and the real benefits of olive oil come from consistency, not a one-week experiment.
