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Why Olive Oil is Important for your Health

Dec 30 2021

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Olive oil is undoubtedly one of the most common condiments found on our dining tables; yet, it is sometimes avoided and viewed as unhealthy. On the contrary, studies prove that the fatty acids and antioxidants found in olive oil offer several health benefits, including a reduced risk of heart disease.

So what is olive oil, and how is it made?

Olive oil is the oil extracted from olives, the fruits of the olive tree, which are traditional to the Mediterranean regions. One such region is Puglia, one of the most fertile regions in southern Italy. Puglia is celebrated throughout the Mediterranean for its quality and abundance of olive trees. 

Puglia’s sunny climate and territory composition are particularly desirable for the farming of olive trees. These factors are essential for producing nutritional, high-quality extra virgin olive oils that protect our immune system and prevent various diseases. 

Extra virgin olive oil is considered to be the healthiest type of olive oil. It is extracted using natural methods and is standardized for purity and certain sensory qualities like taste and smell. At Especially Puglia, the production process is handled by expert craftsmen who carefully pick, clean, grind and separate the olives to obtain the purest extra virgin olive oils from the south of Italy.

Olive oil health benefits

Extra virgin olive oil has numerous benefits and is a staple food for Mediterranean populations and beyond. The fatty acids help it reduce cholesterol, whereas its antioxidants prevent cancer. Olive oil is also rich in Omega 3 and Omega 6 and prevents hypertension. Olive oil contains high amounts of oleic acid and vitamin E, which prevent thrombogenesis and favor the reduction of atherosclerotic plaques, preventing strokes. 

Furthermore, olive oil lowers blood sugar levels, preventing diabetes, and positively affects the maturation of cells that cause calcium buildup in the bones, reducing the risk of osteoporosis. It also has anti-inflammatory power and is a mild laxative. If you have ever tasted slightly spicy olive oil, it contains compounds called polyphenols that help process your memory better. 

Last but not least, olive oil is also used in a range of beauty products. It cleanses the skin, fights acne, moisturizes dry hair, reduces dandruff, and hydrates lips. Olive oil can also be used in scrubs to reduce wrinkles, relieve skin inflammations and overall, soften skin. 

At Especially Puglia, we source the most refined extra virgin olive oils from independent, organic farms. We guarantee the purest, healthiest olive oils and freshest, most authentic taste by emphasizing sustainable practices, small-batch production, and short, transparent supply chains. 

Conclusion

The bottom line is that extra virgin olive oil is super healthy. The high quality of the oil is primarily attributed to its harvesting process that is done with non-invasive methods for the tree, thanks to traditional master farmers and harvesters. 

When you taste Pugliese extra virgin olive oil, you can taste the territory it originates from- its soil, topography, and climate. This is why Especially Puglia encourages you to buy olive oil only from the best companies that put in the dedication and care to ensure the production of the freshest and healthiest olive oil. 

Posted by Editor · Categorized: General · Tagged: Apulia, Autumn, Especially Puglia, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, fresh, Harvest, Olive Oil

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Olive oil is undoubtedly one of the most common co Olive oil is undoubtedly one of the most common condiments found on our dining tables; yet, it is sometimes avoided and viewed as unhealthy. On the contrary, studies prove that the fatty acids and antioxidants found in olive oil offer several health benefits, including a reduced risk of heart disease. 

With the new year right around the corner, why not make a resolution to do something good for your health and for the palate.  Our new harvest of small producer Apulian EVOO - an iconic region for olive oil production - is ready for you!

Click the link in bio to read more about the health benefits of extra virgin olive oil and preorder the new harvest of Apulian EVOO by clicking the link in photo!
Need ideas for your New Years gathering?! Be like Need ideas for your New Years gathering?! Be like the Italians, and follow your antipasti course with Cotechino and Lenticchie.  This dish is composed of braised lentils with rich cotechino pork sausage that originates in Emilia Romagna.  The legend goes that those who eat these coin-shaped legumes will have prosperity in the new year, and the more you eat the better!
Happy Boxing Day everyone! We hope you had a wonde Happy Boxing Day everyone! We hope you had a wonderful holiday with friends and family. Remember the new harvest is here! 

Enjoy the freshest experience when our EVOO arrives right off the boat mid-January.  Olive oil is the very best when it is enjoyed fresh from the press so place your orders soon or DM for more details.
The festive season is magical anywhere, but even m The festive season is magical anywhere, but even more so in Salento. Towns and villages come alive with street markets and exhibitions full of treats, handicrafts, and traditions unique to the region and the season. Full of carefully displayed nativity scenes, beautiful sunny days and mouth-watering candy dishes, Southern Italy really is the place to be during Christmas time. Click the link in bio to read more about their Christmas traditions. 

And remember whether you want to try making some traditional Apulian dishes for you and your family, or you just want to add a little Italian touch to your holiday feasts and festivities, we can help.  Especially Puglia’s olive oil and other artisan products are the perfect addition to your pantry and a gracious gift for the holidays.  Click the link in photo to shop!
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Our small farmers from Puglia have worked hard all Our small farmers from Puglia have worked hard all harvest to share their delicious extra virgin olive oil with you.  They harvest and process everything by hand and we send it straight to your door.  Preorder the new harvest now for your holiday gifts. 

Although global shipping delays have moved the ETA to January 20th we will be sure to send the adoption certificate, information packets, and gift notes to your loved ones in time for the holidays.  They can look forward to something special in the new year!
Stocking Stuffer Giveaway! In celebration of the Stocking Stuffer Giveaway! 

In celebration of the new harvest we are giving away TEN, 250 ml extra virgin olive oil tins to TEN lucky winners.  This extra virgin olive oil is cultivated by one of our favorite farmers, Carolina Villani, in one of the most revered regions in Italy for olive oil production.  They tend a grove of Peranzana olives’ cultivar that are harvested and processed within 6 hours, directly from the field.  Follow the 3 steps below and you might get to try her 50 year old tradition! 

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We will randomly select 10 winners on Friday 12/10 and contact you from @especiallypuglia via DM.  We will ask only your email and mailing address.  In bocca al lupo!
The olive harvest has finally finished just in tim The olive harvest has finally finished just in time for the holidays! At Especially Puglia we have the perfect gift for your loved ones.  With our Adopt an Olive Tree program your friends and family can enjoy high quality organic olive oil year round knowing they’re supporting the local heritage and small scale farmers keeping the tradition alive.  Every subscription of olive oil comes with a certificate of adoption for your specific olive tree growing in the beautiful region of Puglia.  Choose from one of our family run olive groves and gift someone special something unique this year that will make them feel good both in and out of the kitchen. Click the link in bio or directly in post to visit our website and preorder your gifts today!
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Did you know that in addition to our olive oil, ch Did you know that in addition to our olive oil, cheese, and honey, we also make homemade tomato sauce? Using our farm-grown gorgeous tomatoes, we make a bold and delicious sauce perfect for a bowl of pasta and stracciatella! Click the link in our bio for bottle of tomato sauce.⁠
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