Olive Oil: Nutrition
Continued from Olive Oil: Diet and Health Benefits.
You know that olive oil is good for you and research shows that one tablespoon a day is enough to improve your health.
You can use olive oil in place of other fats, like butter or mayonnaise, but the question is: Which olive oil to choose?
Here’s a quick guide on which olive oil to choose and why:
Cold pressed means no heat is used to extract the oil from the olives; heat breaks down the flavor.
Extra virgin has the most antioxidants and a low acidity level.
Fino is a blend of extra-virgin and virgin oils.
Light refers to flavor, not calories or fat.
Unfiltered contains small particles of olives.
Virgin has a slightly higher acidity level than extra virgin.
Olive oil can go rancid in a few months, even if it is properly stored. Olive oil has three enemies: heat, light, and oxygen. Choose a brand that comes in a dark bottle or a can, keep it tightly capped, and store it in a cool, dry place.
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