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and Versatility of
Olive Oil

Welcome to About Olive Oil, brought to you by the North American Olive Oil Association. At the NAOOA, we celebrate the health and versatility of all types of olive oil for all consumers in North America.

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Olive Oil Recipes
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About Olive Oil
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Buying Olive Oil
Confused by the many olive oil options? We can help you sort them out.

April, 14 2020

Olive oil storage
Buying Olive Oil
Olive oil harvest date vs best by date

April, 13 2020

Olive Oil Recipes
Quarantine Cuisine: 3 Easy Recipes Featuring Olive Oil

April, 6 2020

Cooking With Olive Oil
High Heat
Does olive oil lose its health benefits when heated?

March, 31 2020

About Olive Oil
Does frying with olive oil create trans fats?

March, 17 2020

Olive Oil for Health
Study: Just a Half Tablespoon of Olive Oil Per Day Can Improve Heart Health

March, 9 2020

Cooking With Olive Oil
Olive Oil Retains Health Benefits During Cooking

March, 5 2020

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The Basics of Olive Oil

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Olive Oil Smoke Point

Smoke point is not a good indicator of a cooking oil's stability. Extra virgin olive oil is more chemically stable at those heats than other common cooking oils.

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