Among the different oils that we find at our disposal, olive oil is one of the most advisable. However, its quality may vary from one copy to another. For this reason, we leave the keys to identify a good olive oil.
With the aim of obtaining a product that is a source of quality antioxidants and micronutrients, as well as beneficial fats for the body in excellent condition, we show you what you have to look for to recognize a good olive oil at the time of your purchase:
dark container
To avoid the oxidation of certain compounds and preserve their qualities to the maximum, the container is recommended to be glass and dark in such a way as to protect it from light at all times.
scent beyond color
Many times we observe the color of olive oil, however the smell can be more reference of its quality than the first.
In this sense, we must rule out those olive oils with a vinegary, rancid or even olive smell, while oils with herbal scent with fruity undertones.
Slight spicy flavor
If we are allowed, tasting an olive oil is very useful to catch a quality specimen, being a good option if you leave a slight sensation of itching in the throat after consumption mainly due to its content in polyphenols with antioxidant action, derived from olives.
cold drawn
Subjecting an oil to heating can reduce its antioxidant properties and certain nutrients can be modified. Therefore, a good quality olive oil must mention that it has been pressed and initially cold extracted.
extra virgin
If we are looking for an excellent quality olive oil, we recommend the purest option: extra virgin olive oil or EVOO, which concentrates a higher proportion of phenolic compounds and its organoleptic characteristics stand out considerably compared to refined olive oil.
cheap is expensive
Although it is not a rule applicable to all products, when it comes to olive oil generally higher quality options are more expensive in economic terms than that refined olive oil that is presented in a plastic container and allows sunlight to pass through.
These are the recommendations to choose a quality olive oil in the supermarket, that provides us with various benefits with its consumption in the usual diet.
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