We’ve been keeping a list of olive oil nutrition facts for over twenty years at Temecula Olive Oil Company. We’re probably not the first ones to do so either. In fact, olive oil has been coveted since ancient times in part due to the multitude of health benefits it provides. Today, the juice of the olive fruit has been scientifically proven to be an essential part of a healthy diet, due to its high content of monounsaturated fats and antioxidants.

Olive oil is considered to be one of the best oils because it is the single, naturally-produced oil with the largest source of monounsaturated fats and is the only one that can be consumed from the freshly-pressed fruit just as is, like orange juice. The health benefits of olive oil – an essential part of the Mediterranean diet – are credited with enhancing heart healthiness and life spans of the people of that region. Among olive oil nutrition facts are studies demonstrating that monounsaturated fats, such as Omega-3s, Omega-6s and Omega-9s all found at their optimal balance in olive oil, decrease LDL (“bad”) cholesterol levels while increasing HDL (“good”) cholesterol levels, which allows cholesterol to move freely to the liver to be eliminated rather than being deposited on artery walls and forming blood clots as it travels through the bloodstream. This helps the body maintain healthy blood pressure levels and reduces risk of heart disease – a leading cause of death in Western cultures. Additionally, an olive oil rich diet has been shown to improve brain health, help prevent or delay the onset of diabetes and lead to greater weight loss than a low fat diet.

Further notable of the olive oil nutrition facts is that it is an excellent source of antioxidants. Oxidation occurs naturally inside the human body, giving rise to “free radicals” (unstable atoms and molecules) that can lead to normal cell function deterioration or cellular death, unless there is a balance between healthy cells and free radicals. Antioxidants, like those found in olive oil, help maintain that balance, reducing the effects of aging and risk of developing cancer. In fact, studies show a direct correlation between a diet rich in olive oil and the control of colo-rectal cancer and skin cancers.

Anyone familiar with olive oil nutrition facts knows that the best olive oil comes from the first pressing of the fruit, called “extra virgin olive oil”. Extra virgin olive oil is the purest form of olive oil and therefore the most nutrient-rich. Substituting 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil per day for saturated fats, such as animal and dairy fats, will improve your health inside and out. Temecula Olive Oil Company makes it easy to take advantage of the health benefits of olive oil when you substitute other oils in your favorite recipes with flavorful, fresh extra virgin olive oil from California. Create a delightful salad dressing by blending our Fresh Blood Orange Olive Oil with our Vanilla & Date Balsamico Vinegar. Marinate your favorite meat with our Roasted Garlic Reserve Olive Oil or drizzle our Fresh Basil Olive Oil over steamed vegetables and Caprese salads. You can even bake with our buttery, Olivum Reserve Late Harvest traditional olive oil, or add our Fresh Blood Orange Olive Oil to brownies for a delicious hint of orange.

Temecula Olive Oil Company is a family-owned company that offers fine, Southern California-grown extra virgin olive oils, hand harvested olives which are cold-pressed on our ranch. Discover one of the most healthy treats nature provides by checking out the product offerings on our website. You’ll be glad you did!