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Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Nutritional Value & Health Benefits

Extra virgin olive oil is unique among vegetable oils and the main component of the Mediterranean diet. The cold press extraction process preserves all the valuable substances that the olive fruit carries, resulting in the production of the oil that the world community calls “Extra Virgin Olive Oil”. Various studies have linked extra virgin olive oil with longevity due to its high nutritional value, therapeutic properties and low acidity level. The nutritional value of our extra virgin olive oil is explained below:

NUTRITION INFORMATION EU Regulation 1169/2011 Average values for 100 ml
Energy 3404 Kj / 828 Kcal

Fats

of which: Saturated fatty acids

Monounsaturated fatty acids

Polyunsaturated fatty acids

92 g

14 g

69 g

9 g

Carbohydrates

Of which Sugars

0g

0g
Dietary fibre 0g
Protein 0g
Salt 0g
Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) * 17 mg

(*) 142% of recommended dietary intake

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Health Benefits of Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Extra virgin olive oil contains oleic acid and oleocanthal, nutrients that have anti-inflammatory properties. This property may be the reason for olive oil protecting against cardiovascular disease, obesity, bone loss, cognitive decline, diabetes and cancer.

Extra virgin olive oil and cancer

Studies suggest that extra virgin olive may have a potential role in lowering the risk of cancer. It contains antioxidants in abundance along with substantial amounts of other compounds deemed to be anticancer agents.

Extra virgin olive oil and cardiovascular disease:

Extra virgin olive oil reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease by:

  • Reducing inflammation
  • Reduces oxidation of LDL (bad) cholesterol
  • Improves blood vessel health
  • Helps manage blood clotting
  • Lowers blood pressure

Extra virgin olive oil and brain function

Extra virgin olive oil has been found to prevent and possibly reverse the memory loss that is characteristic in Alzheimer’s disease, a common neurodegenerative condition. It has the potential to improve the brain function and reduce the risk of cognitive impairment. 

Extra virgin olive oil and osteoporosis

The high consumption of extra virgin olive oil helps to maintain bone health and reduce the risk of osteoporosis.

 

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