Consumers often ask themselves: why should I spend more for a high quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil? How is this different from the oils offered in large supermarket chains at a lower cost? From our point of view, the differences are countless. However, we have tried to summarize years and years of scientific research and product culture in a concise and informative article. Below are 10 reasons to use high-quality extra virgin olive oil.
The Mediterranean diet is counted among the primary nutritional patterns that positively affect our health. Through the studies of several biologists and physiologists, it has been discovered how this dietary lifestyle is highly effective in preventing cardiovascular disease. Extra Virgin Olive Oil, in the food pyramid of the Mediterranean , can be found in the section of foods to be taken daily and at every meal;
Extra virgin olive oil finds its maximum flavor expression when paired with a dish or ingredient that matches its flavor and aroma profile. Here’s an example… Our Monocultivar Coratina on a dish of toasted bread with mashed broad beans and wild chicory!
The Polyphenol family is composed of molecules that have powerful antioxidant properties. From a taste perspective, polyphenols are responsible for positive organoleptic characteristics: the fruitiness, bitterness and spiciness. The higher the polyphenol endowment, the greater the oil’s resistance to oxidation and the natural rancidity process (as it approaches its expiration date).
From the perspective of human health, the polyphenols just mentioned counteract the action of free radicals against our cells. In addition, they are effective in fighting cardiovascular diseases and some neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s. So, an oil like our Coratina, which is very rich in polyphenols, is endowed with great beneficial qualities for the body.
A study by the SID (Italian Society of Diabetology) showed how a high-quality oil, when added to meals, can reduce the glycemic spikes of individuals with type 1 diabetes. Even in the absence of liver disease, consuming high-quality EVO oil (with noticeable notes of bitterness and spiciness) contributes to producing nitro-fatty acids, which are liver protectors.
These Micronutrients are hydrophobic and fat-soluble, so they are absorbed by our body when taken with Extra Virgin Olive Oil. All the more reason to drizzle your vegetables with High-quality raw EVO Oil!
Omega 6 and omega 3 are essential fatty acids, so-called because the human body is unable to produce them, so we must supplement them in our diet. They have numerous beneficial properties, including the ability to promote metabolic balance, construction of cell membranes, and proper fetal development when taken by pregnant women.
Oleocanthal, one of the phenolic compounds contained in a high-quality EVO oil is naturally endowed with anti-inflammatory capabilities. Scientific research, analyzing and comparing it to ibuprofen, has noted that Oleocanthal at the same dose has greater efficacy than the active ingredient used in anti-inflammatory drugs.
Choosing an organic EVO Oil like ours means supporting a reality that strives every day to ensure a sustainable and healthy product. The choice to practice organic farming techniques reflects our philosophy of valuing our land and the biodiversity that characterizes it. The use of organic fertilizers instead of chemical fertilizers and pesticides also allows us to offer the healthiest possible EVOO.
Our EVOO, before reaching your table, goes through a long journey made of care at every step of the production chain. Starting from the field care to the processing, storage under nitrogen and bottling, we guarantee our customers a quality, traceable and short supply chain product.
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