Tag: olive oil
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How Olive Oil is Made
We all know olives. And we all know olive oil. But the connection between the two be difficult to grasp for most of us, mostly because they don’t really taste much alike. The process of making olive oil from olives is one that dates back millienia. Growing and Harvest Growing is the obvious first step.…
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Why Olive Oil is Good for Skin
Olive oil is great as a dressing or finishing touch on our food, but it’s also beneficial when applied directly to your skin. A high-quality olive oil is both a superfood and great skin treatment. The Benefits of Olive Oil on Skin Antibacterial Olive oil is naturally antibacterial, so applying a little directly to the skin…
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Should I Cook with Olive Oil or Save it for Salad?
Olive oil should be in everyone’s kitchen, not only for its unique flavor but for its many health benefits. Its famous spicy taste with a soft, rich texture make it a common ingredient in heart-healthy diets. Most supermarkets carry a wide variety from California, Italy, and Spain and specialty retailers can carry more unique bottles…
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What is Millenary Olive Oil?
Millenary olive oil is something truly special. It is made from the golden olives of Spain, and grown on trees that have survived frosts, transplantation and witnessed Spain’s history for over 1,000 years. Today, these ancient trees produce some of the richest, most beautiful olive oil in the world. The Story of the Trees Planted…
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What is High Polyphenol Olive Oil?
It’s common knowledge that the Mediterranean diet along with its shining star, olive oil, has many health benefits. From reducing the risk of cardiovascular-related diseases to fighting Alzheimer’s disease, olive oil consumption has many proven benefits. But what exactly makes olive oil so good for you? Turns out that one key is a tiny component:…