Does Olive Oil Cause Pain? Separating Fact from Fiction
                                
                                
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                                According to the Arthritis Foundation, extra virgin olive oil contains oleocanthal, a compound with anti-inflammatory properties similar to ibuprofen, suggesting it can *relieve* pain. However, for a small subset of people, specific circumstances can cause pain, raising the question: does olive oil cause pain?