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Unique Content Article: Finding The Best California Extra Virgin Olive Oils

Finding The Best California Extra Virgin Olive Oils


by Minnie Whitley


When Spanish Missionaries relocated to the West Coast of the American continent they brought with them cuttings of their beloved olive trees from their homelands. They found that the growing conditions in the valleys and foothills of California were excellent for growing the trees and creating orchards that would produce olives and their oil. Subsequently, California extra virgin olive oils (EVOO)have developed into the best in the world.

Today there are over fifty varieties of trees used to produce oil for distribution throughout the country. Before it can be labeled EVOO this product must pass stringent grading standards. It must come from fruit that is freshly harvested, it must be created from the first squeeze of the fruit, and there can be no chemical treatments or refining of the oil.

After the oil purity is tested it must pass taste tests by a panel of experts. The flavor and aroma are very important for quality oil grading. There is a distinct difference in the flavors of green and ripe fruit. The ripe fruit produces an oil that is mild, aromatic, buttery and floral in taste where as green fruit has a peppery, grassy and pleasantly bitter flavor when tasted.

Beyond the obvious attraction of flavor there are many health benefits attributed to this oil. It has been shown to be beneficial in preventing high blood pressure and controlling cholesterol levels in people. Because there are no saturated fats found in it moderate use is highly recommended to maintain heart health.

This oil has also been shown to be very good for skin care. It is used in makeup and skin treatments to slow the aging process of skin and reduce wrinkling. It contains high levels of several vitamins beneficial to skin including A, D, K and E. All of these vitamins help fight off damage created by free radicals. It is far superior to products that contain parabens, colorants, sulfates, and fragrances that may actually dry or harm skin texture.

To reap the ultimate benefits from this oil you need to find the highest quality product available. The Omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants contained in EVOO help to prevent cancer, Alzheimer's disease and diabetes by fighting cell damage and inflammation within the body. Other benefits include advanced calcium absorption and less frequent issues with constipation.

When purchasing this product make certain that it has the COOC stamp on the label. This will ensure you that it has been certified pure. You will also find a date of harvest on the label. It is important to pay attention to this date because the oil has only about an eighteen month shelf life from the date of harvest. This type of oil should also be stored in dark bottles because exposure to light will cause it to spoil. When in use it is important to keep it in a cool place away from the stove. After opening it is a good practice to consume it before too much time has passed.

With society becoming so much more aware of the effects of food and food preparation on the body and the length of their lives the transition to this beneficial product becomes as predictable as the turning of seasons every year.




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Title: Finding The Best California Extra Virgin Olive Oils
Author: Minnie Whitley
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