Glycogenolysis  The Official Version. Glycogenolysis is a term used to describe the conversion of glycogen polymers into glucose monomers, the 'catabolism' of glycogen. This process involves the removal of one glucose monomer via cleavage with an inorganic phosphate in order to produce glucose-1-phosphate. This in turn is converted to glucose-6-phosphate.
It reduces the risk of heart disease: While it may seem counterintuitive that drinking olive oil can help protect the heart from disease, multiple studies confirm the claim to be true thanks to the MUFAs, or monounsaturated fats, olive oil contains â so much so that the FDA allows manufacturers to label olive oil with this health claim.
Created by the pressing of olives, the oil naturally contains healthy fatty acids. There are different varieties such as extra virgin, virgin, and regular olive oil. Studies show that the most effective for health benefits is that of extra virgin olive oil. It is used in the cooking process, foods, pharmaceuticals, soaps, and cosmetics. Olive oil has been used for centuries as a beauty routine to improve skin condition.