There are more than 2,000 varieties of olive oil in the world. And just like wine, they have an incredible diversity of aromas and tastes.
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A world of discovery awaits when you use all your senses to compare olive oils. Pay close attention the next time you taste an olive oil and you’re likely to notice the aroma of banana or green apple.
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A world of discovery awaits when you use all your senses to compare olive oils. Pay close attention the next time you taste an olive oil and you’re likely to notice the aroma of banana or green apple.
Many studies have shown that extra virgin olive oil has a burning point above 180º C–the temperature for deep-frying potatoes. At high temperatures, olive oil loses its aroma, but not its nutritional value.
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Many studies have shown that extra virgin olive oil has a burning point above 180º C–the temperature for deep-frying potatoes. At high temperatures, olive oil loses its aroma, but not its nutritional value.
Olive oil contains a high quantity of vitamin E–an important antioxidant. What’s more, vitamin E prevents the olive oil from becoming rancid. It also helps prevent the absorption of cholesterol from other foods.
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Olive oil contains a high quantity of vitamin E–an important antioxidant. What’s more, vitamin E prevents the olive oil from becoming rancid. It also helps prevent the absorption of cholesterol from other foods.