Polyphenols in Olive Oil: 6 Health Benefits You Should Know
The difference between polyphenol-rich and normal olive oil
Polyphenols in Olive Oil: 6 Reasons Why They Are Important for Your Health
Olive oil is not only an integral part of Mediterranean cuisine, but also offers significant added value for health. This is mainly due to the polyphenols it contains - powerful antioxidants that offer a variety of health benefits. Here you can find out why polyphenols in olive oil are so valuable and what you should look out for when buying it.
What are polyphenols?
Polyphenols are secondary plant substances that act as antioxidants and neutralize free radicals. These aggressive oxygen compounds can damage cells and tissues. Polyphenols help prevent this process and thereby reduce cell damage and promote health.
Where do polyphenols occur?
Polyphenols are found in many plant-based foods such as fruit, vegetables, tea and red wine. Berries, grapes and olive oil are particularly rich in polyphenols. These plant substances not only give foods their colour and flavour, but also protect them from environmental influences. At the same time, they play an important role in the health benefits of these foods.
Why are polyphenols in olive oil particularly important?
Olive oil rich in polyphenols, such as O'Liv PLUS, contains compounds such as tyrosol, hydroxytyrosol and oleuropein. These substances protect blood lipids in particular from oxidative stress. As a result, olive oil rich in polyphenols makes a significant contribution to the health-promoting effects of the Mediterranean diet.
How high should the polyphenol content be in olive oil?
Polyphenol content varies greatly depending on the type of olive, the region where it is grown and the time of harvest. Conventional olive oils often contain only 50 to 100 mg/kg of polyphenols. However, a high-quality olive oil such as O'Liv PLUS should contain at least 750 mg/kg to provide real health benefits.
How is the polyphenol content maximized?
To ensure a high polyphenol content, the olives must be harvested early and processed quickly. Gentle processing with exclusion of oxygen and purely mechanical processes preserves the valuable antioxidants. This is the only way to guarantee a maximum polyphenol content and the highest quality for O'Liv PLUS.
What are the health benefits of polyphenol-rich olive oil?
Compared to regular olive oil, olive oil rich in polyphenols offers significantly more health benefits. It protects blood lipids from oxidation and, with the omega-6 fatty acid linoleic acid, helps maintain normal cholesterol levels.
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