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Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Just like the Windshaker Wines, this olive oil is your ideal choice for any occasion and suitable for dipping, dressing, cooking or drizzling.

Exquisitely fresh and flavoursome, this traditionally pressed Extra Virgin Olive Oil has a delicate flavour and is great for drizzling and dipping!

It has less than 0.5% free fatty acid measured as oleic acid and is cholesterol free!




WindshakeR Ridge -Some General Facts about Olive Oil

Olive oil contains 120 calories per tablespoon.
Health benefits of olive oil do not change as the oil is heated.
Olive oil is a good source of the antioxidant, vitamin E. It contains 1.6 mg. of vitamin E per tablespoon, which is 8% of the recommended daily allowance.

Olive oil has been linked to the following health benefits:

*Lowering the risk of heart disease
*Reduction in the level of LDL (bad) cholesterol
*Lowering of blood pressure
*Decrease in blood sugar levels
*Increase in the absorption of several vitamins including A, D, E, and K
*Stimulation of the gall bladder to secrete bile, which helps to prevent gallstones
*Promotes cellular growth, speeds healing, and helps the metabolism

Olive oil is also beneficial for the skin and hair. Overly dry skin or sun damaged skin can be soothed with the application of olive oil. Some people apply olive oil to the skin to prevent wrinkles, although there is no scientific evidence to support this. Olive oil promotes shiny and full-bodied hair and a healthy scalp.

Some scientific studies have indicated that olive oil may reduce some of the effects of aging. It helps with digestion and the absorption of nutrients, which tends to slow as people age. It helps to maintain healthy bones and prevents calcium loss. The natural antioxidants in olive oil may even help to maintain mental faculties for a longer period.