WHAT IS EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL 100% juice of fresh olives A bottle of Red Island Extra Virgin Olive Oil is 100% natural. Every drop inside comes from the freshest, top quality olives grown on Australian groves by Australian farmers. For the best and freshest flavor, we cold press without using any heat chemicals. Not only does our Extra Virgin Olive Oil taste better and fresher this way, it's healthier too, ensuring it retains more helpful antioxidants and healthy unsaturated fats. Our Extra Virgin Olive Oil is a smart health choice for a number of reasons. For starters, it's a natural source of monounsaturated fats - which aids in reducing the risk of heart disease. It can assist in the prevention of certain types of cancer. And help keep your cholesterol and blood pressure low, give your immune system a boost, and work as a mild anti-inflammatory. Not only that, it can have a remedial effect on stomach problems, osteoporosis, damaged skin, and can help with weight loss too. HEALTH BENEFITS Adding EVOO to your diet 1. Anti-inflammatory - EVOO contains several components that can slow down inflammation, including oleocanthal (unique to EVOO) which has a similar affect to ibuprofen. 2. Heart health - EVOO contains a unique combination of mono-unsaturated fats (i.e. oleic acid) and antioxidants which have been proven to increase 'good' cholesterol, reduce 'bad' cholesterol and reduce blood pressure. 3. Anti-ageing - EVOO contains high levels of polyphenols, vitamin E, squalene and other antioxidants. These work together to offset free radicals and help counter the effects of cell ageing. 4. Weight control - The Mediterranean dietary pattern, which includes EVOO as the dominant oil, has been associated with a lower Body Mass Index (BMI) and reduced levels of obesity. Red Island is Australian Extra Virgin Certified The AOA is responsible for setting and maintaining quality standards for Australian products which is achieved by growers joining the Australian Code of Practice (COP), which complies with the Australian Standards for Extra Virgin Olive Oil (AS5264-2011) Look for this symbol on your Extra Virgin Olive Oil bottle label to ensure you are buying the real deal! But can you cook with it? Yes, you absolutely can cook with Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Extra Virgin is the highest grade of olive oil. We truly love it, and use it on absolutely everything. From frying an egg, to barbequing a steak, dressing a salad or even baking a cake. Red Island is conveniently available in a range of packs and sizes, to suit your every need.