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It’s Official: Consuming More EVOO Will Help You Live Longer

A new report from Harvard’s Department of Nutrition presents new evidence that replacing other fats and oils with olive oil can lead to increased longevity by lowering the risk of diseases.

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How to Host an Olive Oil Tasting Party

If you're looking for something simple, fun, and engaging to do over the holidays, an olive oil tasting party should be high on your list, especially if your friends and family enjoy good food + EVOO. 

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The Toxic Truth about Cooking Oils

Contrary to popular belief, not all cooking oils are “healthy” as many claim to be.

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More About The New Blue Bottle

I want to share a little bit more detail with you about our newest product – our Organic Everyday Extra Virgin Olive Oil. As you likely know by now, with our ultra premium extra virgin olive oil at our core, we are on a mission at Kosterina to help our community lead healthier and happier lives inspired by the Mediterranean diet and lifestyle.

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Let Food Be Thy Medicine

If you've been following along during our olive oil week, I'm sure you have discovered why olives are at the center of everything we do and how they truly are an ancient ingredient with modern superpowers.

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Olive Oil 101

Today we celebrate all olives because... it's National Olive Day!⁠ At Kosterina, the olive is at the center of everything we do. As we celebrate this ancient ingredient all week long, we'll be diving into the history of olives, how EVOO is made and what makes it truly "extra virgin", and, of course, the incredible health benefits and uses for EVOO (pro tip: it's the best moisturizer). 

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Science Has Spoken: Here’s Why You Should Cook With EVOO

Authentic EVOO is a must for making delicious, heart-healthy meals. Here’s what you need to know about this most essential of oils.  

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5 ways to tell if your olive oil is really "extra virgin"

Unfortunately, there are a lot of imposters out there. Real extra virgin olive oil contains 100% olive oil—nothing more, nothing less. Many manufacturers, however, dilute their olive oil and mislabel it as extra virgin. Here's how to tell the difference.

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Don't Be Afraid To Cook With EVOO

As we settle into this new way of living, I know a lot of us are turning to cooking more meals at home. It's a wonderful way to connect with our families, share our love and eat delicious food. But, one of the questions that always comes up is: What oil should I use to cook with?

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What are polyphenols anyway?

It was the story of this researcher who discovered oleocanthal, one of the polyphenol compounds found in extra virgin olive oil, that made me want to launch Kosterina. My goal is to educate the US consumer on the incredible benefits of true extra virgin olive oil and tune them into the difference between the good stuff and what they’re typically finding on the supermarket shelf.

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Let Food Be Thy Medicine...

How olive oil and ibuprofen are more similar than you think, a key discovery made more than 10 years ago found medicinal benefits in olive oil. When you taste pure, premium extra-virgin olive oil, you may notice a burn at the back of your throat

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Your “Extra Virgin” Olive Oil is Probably Fake – Here’s how to Test It Like an Expert

If you haven’t given any thought to the olive oil you’re using, you are likely missing out on some truly major health benefits. Not all oils are created equal!

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How to Tell If Your "Extra Virgin" Olive Oil is Real or Fake

Since we know olive oil fraud is widespread across the world, you’re probably wondering how you can actually tell if the olive oil bottles on supermarket shelves are actually “extra virgin.”

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What You Need to Know About Olive Oil Fraud

Don’t be duped into buying second-rate “EVOO.” The next time you head to the grocery store for dinner ingredients, you’ll want to be wary of misleading labels—mainly, olive oil brands that claim their blends are “extra-virgin.” It turns out, most of the olive oil varieties at your local supermarket aren’t exactly 100% authentic. 

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7 Beauty Benefits of Olive Oil

The Mediterranean staple isn’t just for cooking or eating; it can also do wonders to your beauty routine.