Staple of Mediterranean diet, olive oil is considered essential for the treatment and prevention of various diseases. Several studies, in fact, have demonstrated the beneficial properties: it reduces by about 30% the chance of heart attacks and lowers blood pressure. The polyphenols and “Vitamin E”, thanks to their antioxidant action, help to prevent arteriosclerosis slowing down the aging of cells. Existing data compare and relate the use of extra virgin olive oil with the reduction of certain types of cancer, primarily for breast.

In addition, to give the right caloric supply, extra virgin olive oil keeps a good digestibility useful for the liver.

The tingling in the throat that is felt by tasting it is symptomatic of a touch of extra health. This feeling depends from the so-called oliocantale, an anti-inflammatory substance discovered by a short time, which has the same effect of ibuprofen, the active ingredient of anti-inflammatory drugs. A couple of teaspoons of oil  in the morning, on an empty stomach, can also solve the problems of those who are afflicted with chronic constipation. The extra virgin olive oil differs from other oils for its ability to withstand high temperatures much better. It is by far the most suitable for frying because it keeps intact its properties without deterioration, resisting up to 180°C. The intense flavor and typical aroma enclose the quality of a select oil and genuine as that of Ancient Oil Mill Rana.