What are The Different Grades of Olive Oil & Phenolic Content?
Poly-What Now?
Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) has been a topic for discussion for many years now. What makes it so different to other oils? What type of Extra Virgin Olive Oil should you buy?
- Polyphenols: The secret lies in the polyphenols - micronutrients found in EVOOS that are linked to many health benefits.
- Scientific Research: Scientists have performed many studies on the links between EVOOs, neurodegenerative diseases, blood sugar and cancer.
- A Healthier Lifestyle: By simply adding EVOOs with high phenol content to your diet, you can maximize your chances of living a much happier and healthier lifestyle.
The Different Grades of Olive Oil
Olive Oil grades are determined by its production, quality, micronutrients and benefits. The following list outlines the different grades of olive oil:
Olive-Pomace Oil
1. Crude Olive-Pomace Oil:
- Found by treating the olive pomace with solvents
- Used for refining or technical purposes only
2. Refined Olive-Pomace Oil:
- Refined crude olive-pomace oil
- This grade is high in trans fats, but has no natural antioxidants
Refined Olive Oil
1. Refined Olive Oil:
- Found in natural olive oils and is then refined
- High in trans fats
- No natural antioxidants
- Low in flavor
2. Olive Oil:
- Combination of Olive Oil and 5-15% Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- High in trans fats
- Low in natural antioxidants and flavor
Natural Olive Oils
1. High Phenolic Olive Oil:
- The highest grade of Olive Oil
- No defects
- Very high in natural antioxidants and polyphenols
2. Extra Virgin Olive Oil:
- High grade of Olive Oil
- No defects
- High in natural antioxidants and polyphenols
3. Virgin Olive Oil:
- Lower grade than Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Slight defects
- Moderately high in natural antioxidants
4. Lampante Olive Oil:
- Not fit for consumption without further refinement
- Intended for further refinement and technical use
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Source: CDFA, NCBI, UC DAVIS
