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"EVOO" is short for Extra Virgin Olive Oil, a category of olive oil that represents the highest purity and quality.
The extraction process of this oil is characterized by the mechanical extraction of recently harvested olives, without using chemicals or refining processes that could damage the resulting oil.
EVOO (or Extra Virgin Olive Oil) can be obtained through traditional methods or modern cold pressing methods. With both of them, the natural properties of the olives are maintained.
After the olives are harvested, they are quickly taken to the oil mill, where the oil is extracted from the pulp. It is important not to alter the essential properties of olives, such as antioxidants or healthy fatty acids.
EVOO differs from the rest of the oils on the market due to its color, flavor and aroma, and its health benefits.
The color of EVOO is deep green, which can vary from a vibrant green tone to a golden green. This color changes depending on the variety of olive, the time of harvest and the production process.
The fruity flavor of EVOO is characterized by its fresh and balanced notes. It has nuances of apple, freshly cut grass, banana and tomato. For its part, the aroma of EVOO is fresh and herbaceous, which transports you as you walk among olive trees in full harvest.
Likewise, among the health benefits that EVOO provides, its high content of oleic acid stands out, a type of unsaturated fat of great value for the body. Furthermore, thanks to the high antioxidant and polyphenol content of EVOO, it is a good ally to improve cardiovascular health and reduce inflammation.
Although EVOO is an excellent product in the Mediterranean diet, not all EVOOs are equally good. To choose a quality EVOO it is important:
- EVOO label: it is possible that there is often confusion between "olive oil" and "extra virgin olive oil" due to a lack of clarity in the labeling. It is important to check that it says "EVOO" on the label to ensure that you are buying a quality product.
- Origin and Variety: depending on the region and the variety of olive used for the EVOO, the flavor profile will be different.
- Dark Container: for the good preservation of EVOO, it is important that it be stored in a place away from light, as it can negatively affect its properties. Therefore, an oil packaged in a dark bottle will preserve the beneficial properties and quality of the oil much better.
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