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Corporations, Food, Olive Oil

Olive Oil: A Best Brain Food (& Smart Buying Tips)

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Following on from the last post on fake olive oils … if it’s left you wondering ‘where to from here?’ … this article from a bebrainfit.com addresses buying tips and detecting the fake:

“Olive oil has many benefits for your brain and overall health. Learn how to choose quality olive oil, why it’s safe for cooking, and how to avoid fake olive oil.”

“Tips For Buying the Healthiest Olive Oil

Always buy the freshest extra virgin olive oil you can find.

Light can cause oxidation so buy olive oil in dark glass bottles only….”

The article also gives a brief overview of the book: Extra Virginity: The Sublime and Scandalous World of Olive Oil by Tom Mueller, 2013. “Tom Mueller has become the world’s expert on olive oil and olive oil fraud-a story of globalization, deception, and crime in the food industry…” 

Read the article by bebrainfit.com HERE  (note, tips for buying come at the end of the article)

Additives, Corporations, Food

Popular olive oil brand sued for selling fake product cut with cheap fillers

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From Naturalnews.com, “As much as half of all olive oil brands sold in the U.S. are fake” …  another reminder that corporations lie (watch ‘The Corporation’ doco). Another reminder to keep informed and research the facts, especially if you value your health. And a further reminder to buy certified organic …  the closer to home the better. Support your local farmers and growers and know what you are eating. Contribute to their livelihood and keep your local communities going.

I’d read of this concern recently too regarding olive oil … that companies are faking the contents. A topic I’ve yet to look at more closely. Very disturbing.

Read the Naturalnews article HERE