Olive Oil: A Valued and Versatile Plant-Based Oil
Olive oil is one of the most prized and widely used oils, celebrated globally for its nutritional benefits and exceptional flavor. Extracted by pressing olives, it comes in various types, including virgin, extra virgin, and refined, each with distinct characteristics and applications. Mahram olive oil is a pure product made from fresh olives, offering a rich source of antioxidants and anti-cancer properties, along with unparalleled flavor and high nutritional value. Refined olive oil undergoes chemical processing to reduce free fatty acids, making it less commercially valuable compared to virgin and extra virgin varieties.
Key Features of Olive Oil
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Natural Flavor and Aroma
- A mild to robust taste (depending on the type) with a pleasant aroma that enhances dishes.
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Rich in Nutrients
- Contains healthy fatty acids, vitamin E, and powerful antioxidants.
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Healthy Processing
- Extra virgin olive oil is cold-pressed to retain its natural properties.
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Multi-Purpose Use
- Suitable for cooking, salads, light frying, and raw consumption.
Applications
- Cooking
- A dressing for salads, grilled vegetables, and Mediterranean dishes.
- Ideal for preparing low-fat, healthy meals.
- Health
- Helps lower bad cholesterol (LDL) and increase good cholesterol (HDL).
- Supports heart health and strengthens the immune system.
- Beauty
- A natural moisturizer for skin and hair.
- Used in facial and body masks for nourishing effects.
Nutritional Benefits
- Healthy Fats
- Rich in oleic acid, which supports cardiovascular health.
- Antioxidants
- Protects the body against free radicals and reduces inflammation.
- Vitamins
- A great source of vitamin E, promoting skin and hair health.
History:
The earliest surviving olive oil amphorae date to 3500 BC (Early Minoan times), though the production of olive oil is assumed to have started before 4000 BC. The oil became a principal product of the Minoan civilization, where it is thought to have represented wealth. The oil was derived through hand-squeezing the berries and stored in special containers under guard of the priests.
“Mahram Olive Oil was first produced in 1976, adding a pure and natural flavor to Iranian cuisine.”