Nurses play a crucial role in patient education. Here are some tips for educating patients about the benefits and uses of olive oil: - Nutritional Counseling: Provide information on how to incorporate olive oil into a balanced diet. Highlight its benefits for heart health and overall wellness. - Cooking Demonstrations: Show patients how to use olive oil in cooking to replace less healthy fats, such as butter or margarine. This can include simple recipes and cooking techniques. - Reading Labels: Teach patients how to read and understand food labels to choose high-quality extra virgin olive oil, which retains more of its beneficial properties compared to refined versions.