If you do not know what high polyphenol is, pay attention to the message in this section as it gives you the reason why EVOO is the healthiest oil in the world. This Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil has a grassy smooth, rich, buttery flavor. It is great by itself as part of your morning routine, in salads, breads, vegetables, dips, pasta, and even great for marinades or while cooking. This Greek EVOO is not your ordinary extra virgin olive oil. This is 100% unblended, extra virgin olive oil from a private estate just south of Athens and is a single olive variety (koroneiki olive), which has a shelf life of two plus years due to our high antioxidants in our olive oil.

NEW HARVEST: Nov 2023/Jan 2024

Extra Virgin Olive Oil with a Grassy, Artichoke notes, pepperiness, freshness and with over 638 mg/kg of polyphenols (antioxidants).

This is excellent on any dish and our go to oil of choice for cooking! It is great on salads, breads, vegetables, dips, pasta, and even great for cooking (sautéing, marinating, grilling). This is not your ordinary extra virgin olive oil. This is 100% unblended, REAL extra virgin olive oil from our private estate and single olive variety (koroneiki olives), which has a shelf life of two plus years due to our high antioxidants in our olive oil. Experience the pleasure of using an Award Winning top quality 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil”

Acidity: 0.24

k270: 0.135

k232: 1.526

DK: -0.003

Peroxide Value: 3.77

Polyphenols: 638

Oleic Acid: 77.36%

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

***Olive Oil HEALTH CLAIM

(Commission Regulation (EU) 432/2012) There is a EFSA approved health claim that only olive oils with 250 mg/kg of polyphenols or more can claim:

Olive oil polyphenols contribute to the protection of blood lipids from oxidative stress. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 20 g of olive oil.

(Commission Regulation (EU) 432/2012) Olive oil comprises mainly of the monounsaturated fatty acid oleic acid (C18:1). There is also a EFSA approved health claim on the unsaturated fatty acids:

Replacing saturated fats in the diet with unsaturated fats contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels. The claim may be used only for food which is high in unsaturated fatty acids, as referred to in the claim HIGH UNSATURATED FAT as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

From the earth we extract fruit, herbs and spices to mix with our Extra Virgin Olive Oil. We have spent years texting flavors so what we have done is made something that isn't a watered down version of an oil but so concentrated that a few drops and you can tell a difference.

It's especially a delight when you pair it with your favorite foods but the ingredients we use for our oils comes with the highest standards.

Miracle Micronutrients:

Trace elements are tiny cogs in the working wheels of an efficient immune system. Vitamins are necessary for energy production, immune function, blood clotting and other functions, while minerals playan important role in growth, bone health, fluid balance and several other processes. Small but mighty, these trace vitamins, minerals are only needed in minute amounts to support health and growth, but are often missing from our meals. Getting them from multiple sources ensures that your daily meals are truly health supporting.

Truffles are rich in amino acids and minerals, including phosphorus, copper, manganese, selenium, zinc and Vitamins A, Vitamin Bs, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, and Vitamin K and antioxidant compounds. Truffle extract has shown to reduce cholesterol, control blood sugar, protect liver, is anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-cancer.

High Phenolic EVOO used in each Lugozy infused blend is a significant source of micronutrients and polyphenols having antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, cardioprotective, neuroprotective, anticancer, antidiabetic, and antimicrobial properties. It is an excellent source of vitamin E and vitamin K, a good ratio of Omega 6 and Omega 3. Phenolic compounds are also active in promoting healthy gut microbiota by reducing the abundance of pathogenic bacteria, stimulating the growth of beneficial bacteria, and increasing the production of microbial produced short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs).

Lugozy Extra Virgin Olive Oil has a very high phenolic content that accounts for the pungent taste which causes a peppery sensation in the throat and sometimes bitterness to the tongue.

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