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There is a common myth in Australia that cooking with Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) can ruin cookware, such as non-stick pans (e.g. Teflon pans). This belief is specifically supported by some manufacturers’ specifications that oils with higher smoke points are more suitable for cooking with Teflon coated (TC) pans and that EVOO could be […]

Not all Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) is of high quality. To ensure you are buying authentic EVOO that is of a high quality follow the principles detailed in this guidance form below How to look for a good quality EVOO Download

All food will deteriorate over time. For example, fresh fruits and vegetables can ferment, and fats and oils will go rancid. There are concerns that consuming rancid fats and oils is damaging to health. Whilst more research is needed to establish impact of long-term consumption of rancid fats and oils, this report discusses some of […]

Based on the Australian Standard for Olive oils and olive-pomace oils. An infographic on the Grades of Olive Oil. Grades of Olive Oil Based on the Australian Standard for Olive oils and olive-pomace oils. Download

Recent research conducted in an Australian oil specialist laboratory confirms that Australian Extra Virgin Olive Oil is the safest and most stable oil to cook with. Canola oil, grapeseed oil and rice bran oil, were found to be the least stable and produced the highest level of polar compounds when heated. Polar compounds are a […]

Coconut oil has grown in popularity over recent years. An example of the power of the Internet to propagate any food to ‘superfood’ status, are the claims made about coconut oil more a case of good marketing over good science? Here we look at how coconut oil stacks up against the well-researched health benefits of olive oil, especially as a key part of a Mediterranean-style dietary pattern.

An infographic on Cooking with Extra Virgin Olive Oil which is also suitable as a patient leaflet. Leaflet – Cooking with Extra Virgin Olive Oil Download

An infographic on the topical applications of olive products and a summary of the evidence. Typical olive products and skin health Download

A recently published research paper assessed the most common supermarket cooking oils, and determined which is the most suitable for use when cooking. Cooking with EVOO An infographic summarising the evidence. Download

An infographic outlining the differences between Extra Virgin Olive Oil And Virgin Coconut Oil Extra Virgin Olive Oil vs. Virgin Coconut Oil Download

Olive oil is widely recognised as one of the world’s healthiest oils.
In fact, people tend to live longer and healthier lives in regions where olive oil is a staple part of the diet.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) is the highest quality olive oil available, extracted from the olive fruit without the use of any heat or chemicals.
In this article we’re looking at the major health benefits of adding Extra Virgin Olive Oil to your diet, based on the latest scientific evidence.

This article examines the factors that influence how an oil reacts at high temperatures, and reveals what is truly the best oil for cooking.