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Olive oil has long been known as a healthy, heart-friendly ingredient. But did you know it’s also a powerful antioxidant? Oleic acid, which is a type of monounsaturated fatty acid, helps regulate heart health, and polyphenols are antioxidants that can help prevent the oxidation of LDL (bad) cholesterol. 

There are different factors that determine the polyphenol content of extra virgin olive oil, such as time of harvest, olive varieties, and climate. Polyphenols are naturally higher in Tunisian olive oil due to the varieties grown in the dry desert soil. 

Olive oil is a widely used cooking oil, renowned for its distinct flavor and numerous health benefits. However, many people don't realize that olive oil can be used for more than just salads, dressings, and low-heat cooking. This blog post examines the smoke points of various grades of olive oil and which type can be used for different cooking applications, helping you to understand which grade of oil is best suited for the cooking technique they are using.

If you’re looking for a delicious and healthy cooking oil, you can’t go wrong with extra virgin olive oil (EVOO). But what exactly is EVOO? What does “first cold press” mean? How do you choose quality olive oil? And can you cook with it? Read on for the answers to all your questions about this pantry staple.