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Explore in-depth insights, research, and tips on extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), covering its health benefits, culinary uses, and quality standards. Keywords: EVOO, extra virgin olive oil, olive oil education, olive oil tips, healthy olive oil
TL;DR Back in 2021, we published a short piece asking whether cooking with extra virgin olive oil is actually safe. The answer, backed by the 2018 Australian oxidative stability study, was a clear yes. That post has been one of…
TL;DR Gut health is having a moment. Searches for “gut health” are up 35% year on year in the UK, and the microbiome, the trillions of bacteria living in your digestive tract, has gone from niche science to mainstream wellness…
TL;DR Greek olive oil production is expected to decline sharply by 2035. According to projections by the European Commission, annual output could fall below 180,000 tonnes. Only a few years ago, Greece was producing more than 300,000 tonnes of olive…
TL;DR Finding truly high-quality extra virgin olive oil can be confusing. Labels often look similar, prices vary a lot and health claims are everywhere. Yet quality makes a real difference for taste, nutrition and how long the oil stays fresh.…
TL;DR For years we’ve known that extra virgin olive oil is a cornerstone of the Mediterranean diet and a friend to your heart. But a 2025 clinical trial shook up the olive world: researchers found that taking just 8 grams of…
TL;DR When we say that Loukakos Estate extra virgin olive oil contains 870 mg/kg (2024/25 harvest) of polyphenols, we’re not just bragging about a number. We’re talking about one of the highest natural concentrations of these powerful compounds in the…
TL;DR Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) is cherished worldwide for its exceptional taste and impressive health benefits. However, as demand and prices continue to rise, authenticity has become an alarming concern. The EU recently reported over 50 cases of fraudulent…
TL;DR When it comes to olive oil, unless you know what you’re looking for, it can be quite a daunting experience when presented with shelves of the stuff or when reading about them online – Extra virgin olive oil, virgin…
