Olive Oil Guide: Health, Tasting & Buying

Everything you need in one olive oil guide—how to taste it, what "extra virgin" really means, which health benefits are backed by science, and how to actually cook with it. From people who've spent years sourcing the real thing.

Olive Oil vs Avocado Oil: Which One Should You Actually Cook With?

Olive Oil vs Avocado Oil: Which One Should You Actually Cook With?

A few years ago, olive oil was the default "healthy" oil in American kitchens. Then a wave of headlines about smoke point and adulteration sent shoppers to avocado oil — and the avocado oil category exploded. Now both oils are in nearly every pantry, and most people aren't sure which one to use, when.

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Does Olive Oil Go Bad? Shelf Life, Storage, and the Signs to Watch For

Does Olive Oil Go Bad? Shelf Life, Storage, and the Signs to Watch For

Yes — olive oil goes bad. How long EVOO actually lasts, how to store it for max freshness, and the signs it's time to toss the bottle.
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Olive Oil Smoke Point: The Real Numbers and Why It's Not the Right Question

Olive Oil Smoke Point: The Real Numbers and Why It's Not the Right Question

The real smoke point of extra virgin olive oil — what published research actually says, why polyphenols matter more than the number on the chart, and what to cook with.
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Health Studies on Olive Oil

Health Studies on Olive Oil

Real, authentic extra virgin olive oil contains some of the most powerful health benefits of any food on the planet. Click on the any of the topics below to learn more. 
Why One Olive Oil is Never Enough

Why One Olive Oil is Never Enough

After many years studying the finer points of olive oil and several trips to Greece and Italy, our family has come to view olive oil as more than a...
Tasting Olive Oil: Does Yours Shine Alone?

Tasting Olive Oil: Does Yours Shine Alone?

Swirl. Sniff. Slurp. Repeat. Much like the world of wine, there is much to know and enjoy about olive oil, from the varietal, origin, and year, to ...
Polyphenols in Olive Oil: What They Are, Why They Matter, and How to Find Them

Polyphenols in Olive Oil: What They Are, Why They Matter, and How to Find Them

Since we found our True Tuscan extra virgin olive oil, we knew it was special. Its robust, peppery taste delights the palate, lingering even after its left your mouth, and it’s the only extra virgin olive oil we’ve found in ten years of searching that is actually made mostly from olives native to Tuscany.

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How to Tell If Your Olive Oil Is Real: 7 Simple Ways to Spot Fake Olive Oil

How to Tell If Your Olive Oil Is Real: 7 Simple Ways to Spot Fake Olive Oil

Not all olive oils are the same. From pomace to olive oil to extra virgin olive oil, US and International Standards require a variety of analyses for quality and grade. Read on for the different tests performed and how Healthy Harvest oils stack up.  Free Fatty Acid Content is commonly called the “percent acidity” or … Continue reading "How is Olive Oil Tested For Quality?"
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Can You Fry with Olive Oil?

Can You Fry with Olive Oil?

Many of us have been led to believe that olive oil should be reserved for salad dressings or a finishing drizzle over meals. But did you know that not only is it safe to cook with olive oil, it is actually one of the most nutrient-dense, stable fats you can use? This article from Authority Nutrition …
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What Makes Olive Oil “Extra Virgin?”

What Makes Olive Oil “Extra Virgin?”

What makes olive oil “extra virgin?” Lately, Extra Virgin Olive Oil has been getting a lot of attention in the news, from its cancer-fighting benefits to mafia-run fraud in Italy. But what exactly makes oil “extra virgin?” Does it matter? The term “extra virgin” refers to the finest grade of olive oil made from the …
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