You see it on the label more and more often: virgin olive oil or extra virgin olive oil. But what exactly does that mean? And why exactly do so many people choose this variant in their cooking?
In this blog, you will read all about what virgin olive oil is, what differentiates it from regular olive oil, how to use it and why it is a healthy choice for every day.
You might mindlessly pour it over your salad or use it in the pan. But is olive oil actually healthy? And if so, what is the healthiest olive oil? In this blog, you will read why olive oil has such a good reputation, which health benefits have been proven and what to look out for when choosing a healthy olive oil.
Olive oil before bed has more surprising effects than you might think. In Mediterranean countries, this golden oil has been used for centuries, not only in cooking, but also for health, skin and hair. More and more people are discovering that drinking a spoonful of olive oil before bed or using it as a night care can support relaxation and recovery. In this article, you will discover why olive oil before bed is so popular, what benefits are associated with it and how to apply it yourself.
In some countries, people age remarkably healthily. Think of places around the Mediterranean, where extra virgin olive oil is on the table every day. One of the secrets behind this diet are polyphenols. But what exactly are polyphenols? And why do they get so much attention when it comes to health?
You might be trying to eat more consciously or are losing weight, but how many kcal are actually in olive oil? It only seems like a small splash, but do those few drops contain quite a few calories? This blog tells you exactly how many calories olive oil provides per tablespoon, teaspoon and per 100 grams. We also look at whether olive oil is fattening or fits in with a healthy diet and how much olive oil you can consume daily. Finally, you will discover what other nutrients olive oil contains besides kcal.
You grab a bottle of olive oil from the cupboard, but you suddenly wonder: how long has it actually been there? Can olive oil spoil or is it still fine to use? In this blog, you will discover how long olive oil really keeps, how to recognise spoiled oil and what you can do to keep your olive oil fresh for longer.
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