Arbequina 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Mild Intensity

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Description

The unique geography protects its agriculture with its natural boundaries – the driest desert in the world to the north, the Pacific Ocean to the west, the Andean range to the east and the Patagonia to the south – forming the perfect shelter to grow any cultivar under optimal growing conditions.  The Arbequina olives is a hardy varietal and harvested early by delicate and attentive methods to preserve the olives’ natural integrity. 

Buttery, fruity aroma and smooth mild flavor with a pleasant bitter sensation on the tongue. 

Uses

Perfect for preparing morning fried eggs, baking breads, topping off your favorite fresh garden vegetables, slathering on roasted corn on the cob or drizzling over pasta dishes. 

Health Benefits of Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Thanks to its status as a spotlight food in the Mediterranean diet, and thanks to extensive research on its unique phytonutrient composition, olive oil has become a legendary culinary oil with very difficult to match health benefits.

Polyphenols have been shown to function as both antioxidants and as anti-inflammatory nutrients in the body. The very number and variety of polyphenols in olive oil helps explain the unique health benefits of this culinary oil. Because of the high polyphenol levels, as little as 1-2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil per day have been shown to be associated with significant health and anti-inflammatory benefits.

• Lowers the risk of Inflammatory and Auto-Immune Disease problems
• Lowers the risk of Cardiovascular/Heart problems (polyphenols)
• Assists with proper balance of LDL and HDL cholesterol
• Digestive Tract benefits
• Support of overall Bone Health
• Improved Cognitive Function
• Olive Oil is not a commonly allergenic food and is not known to contain oxalates or purines