It is narrated from Sayyiduna Abu Usaid (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Noble Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him and his family) said: Eat olive oil and apply it to your body, for it is produced from a blessed tree.
Hadith Referenceالفتح الربانی / كتاب الأطعمة / 7366
Hadith Gradingمحدثین:صحیح
Hadith Takhrij«صحيح، قاله الالباني، أخرجه الترمذي: 1852، (انظر مسند أحمد ترقيم الرسالة: 16055 ترقیم بيت الأفكار الدولية: 16151»
Brief Explanation
Benefits: … Hafiz Ibn Qayyim said: For those residing in hot regions such as Hijaz, it should be understood that the use of olive oil is essential for maintaining health and bodily well-being. However, in cold regions, its use is harmful; in fact, frequent application of it to the head is no less than a danger to the eyes.