"Recognized both for its richness of taste and its nutritional virtues, olive oil has been used since Antiquity in the composition of many cosmetics. Fallen into oblivion for more than two centuries, it has enjoyed a new craze in the 1990s, in particular because it was the secret of the famous Mediterranean diet, whose multiple benefits have been revealed by the scientific community.
Since then, olive oil has crossed the borders of the Mediterranean basin where until now it was exclusively produced and consumed.
Carla Bardi – Olive oil. Secrets, virtues and recipes – Editions Milan - November 2011.
Is olive oil really good for your health?
"Olive oil is a must in our closet and one of the basics of the Mediterranean diet. Nevertheless, there are certain things to know to take full advantage of its health benefits."
Health Magazine. Laura Chatelain. Article updated on Jul 17, 2020.
How to choose the right olive oil
“Giulia Vittoria Hanke, an olive oil producer in the medieval town of Spoleto in Italy, offers advice on how to choose the right product from the many bottles on the shelf.”
Slate Magazine. Article spotted by Léah BoukobzaNov 19, 2020
Don't get the wrong olive oil
“Olive oil is acclaimed for its taste, but also for its virtues. And it is no coincidence that it is the famous cornerstone of the Mediterranean diet…”
Doctissimo. Alain Sousa. Updated October 21, 2016.
Advice to consumers:
Choice according to quality of olive oils For the consumer, it is essential to distinguish between the different olive oils offered on the market.OFFICIAL CLASSIFICATION OLIVE OIL (COI) (9-1) PREMIUM EXTRA VIRGIN: 0 to 0.8 / no defects, taste out of the ordinary EXTRA VIRGIN: 0 to 0.8 / no defects VIRGIN: 0.81 to 2 / Very Light Defects LAMPANT: acid level greater than 2.1 / Heavy Defects , ineligible for consumption Storage of olive oil. For the storage of olive oil, it is essential to respect the following points: - Place at controlled temperature, ideally between 15 and 20°C.- A away from light.- Avoid all contact with water, the polyphenols contained in olive oil are extremely water-soluble (the higher the level of polyphenols, the better the quality of the olive oil). olive).