Extra virgin olive oil is the highest grade available, followed by virgin olive oil.
The word "virgin" indicates that the olives have been pressed to extract the oil; no heat or chemicals have been used during the extraction process, and the oil is pure and unrefined.
Prevention of Pure Virgin Olive Oil chronic diseases:
Experts believe that chronic inflammations are the main cause of many diseases, such as cancer, metabolic syndrome, diabetes, Alzheimer's and arthritis. Olive oil is anti-inflammatory because there is a lot of evidence that oleic acid, which is mainly found in olive oil, reduces inflammatory markers.
Therefore, with constant consumption of olive oil, it is possible to prevent the progression and chronicity of inflammation and, as a result, reduce the probability of chronic disease first.
Extra virgin olive oil may cause a decrease in cardiovascular disease due to its monounsaturated Omega-3 unsaturated fatty acids, vitamin E and K vitamin content. These nutrients reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease by reducing inflammation, lowering LDL cholesterol, lowering blood pressure, lowering blood clots and improving endothelial function.
There are different types of olive oil, each of them has a different preparation method and used in different areas.
The amount of vitamins contained in extra virgin olive oil is higher than that of other olive oils. This oil also has essential fatty acids. The contents of 100 grams of extra virgin olive oil are as follows:
Saturated Fat | 8.13% |
Mono-Saturated Fat (Mostly Oleic Acid) | 73% |
Omega 6 | 7.9% |
Omega 3 | 76.0% |
Daily vitamin E requirement | 72% |
Daily vitamin K requirement | 75% |