Organic oil: food properties and more

ORGANIC OIL: FOOD PROPERTIES AND HEALTH BENEFITS

Organic oil is a real panacea for human health, as well as being an excellent condiment, both raw and cooked, which is used in numerous preparations and recipes in the kitchen.

So let’s try to understand in detail what are the main characteristics of this “elixir of life” which is the basis of the famous Mediterranean diet, but also used in cuisines all over the world.

First of all, however, it must be pointed out that organic extra virgin olive oil has a further plus compared to the various non-organic oils found on the market, as it is produced according to the strict controls of organic farming and without the use of chemicals or in the cultivation phase, nor during production at the mill.

BENEFICIAL PROPERTIES OF ORGANIC EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL

• It is rich in monounsaturated fatty acids (so-called good fats) and consequently it is good for the heart and cardiovascular health: it reduces the risk of thrombosis, stroke, heart attacks, neoplasms.
• It is free of carbohydrates and sugars so it helps reduce blood sugar spikes after meals.
• Contains oleocanthal, a molecule that seems to have the same effect on our body as ibuprofen, with analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties
• Contains numerous vitamins and minerals and has the best balance of fats, consequently it is also indicated in the case of low-calorie diets.
• It is rich in vitamin E, excellent for the health of the skin and skin appendages;
• It is very rich in polyphenols, precious and important antioxidants that counteract cellular aging and protect against all pathologies associated with oxidative stress of cells.
• Contains squalene, a substance with the alleged ability to protect DNA, proteins and lipids from oxidative stress and is also very effective against skin cancer.
• It is a highly digestible food which favors the well-being of the stomach and intestines, thanks to its mildly laxative properties.

In conclusion, there are numerous reasons why extra virgin olive oil should never be missing on ours

TUSCAN ORGANIC OIL ONLINE SALE

If you want to buy top quality Tuscan organic extra virgin olive oil directly from the producer, discover the Campo di Torri Evo Oil which is produced exclusively with our olives.

An excellent quality Tuscan organic oil with a gentle but full-bodied flavor that is able to enhance any preparation in the kitchen.

Our oil is ICEA certified, an attestation that recognizes us not only as organic production, but also as an activity that operates in full respect of man and the environment.

You can buy it at the following link.