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CRETAN OLIVE OIL

THE ELIXIR OF LIFE

Everybody knows about the great quality and flavour of Cretan olive oil.

Its therapeutic and beneficial attributes have been known and respected for thousands of years. Studies of today's scientific community have recognized the Cretan diet as one of the healthiest worldwide.

The beneficial health effects of Crete olive oil are due to both its high content of monounsaturated fatty acids and its high content of antioxidative substances. Studies have shown that olive oil offers protection against heart disease by controlling LDL ("bad") cholesterol levels while raising HDL (the "good" cholesterol) levels. (1-3) No other naturally produced oil has as large an amount of monounsaturated as olive oil -mainly oleic acid.

The greatest exponent of monounsaturated fat is olive oil, and it is a prime component of the Mediterranean Diet. Olive oil is a natural juice which preserves the taste, aroma, vitamins and properties of the olive fruit. Olive oil is the only vegetable oil that can be consumed as it is - freshly pressed from the fruit.

As it is a natural antioxidant, olive oil slows down the biological ageing process. It reduces the over production of acids and the digestive system, therefore reducing the appearance of ulcers and other gastroenteric problems.It is clear that olive oil is really miraculous for the health.

Inarguably Cretan Olive Oil is one of the finest olive oil around the world.