Olive oil

Excellent

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Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 0

Category Cooking Oils

Summary

This olive oil is a high-quality source of monounsaturated fats, which are beneficial for heart health. It contains antioxidants such as vitamin E and polyphenols that provide anti-inflammatory properties. The oil is minimally processed, typically extracted through cold pressing, preserving its nutritional value and beneficial compounds.

Key ingredients 1

Olive oil

Very Good

Olive oil is a high-quality source of monounsaturated fats, which are beneficial for heart health. It contains antioxidants such as vitamin E and polyphenols that provide anti-inflammatory properties. The oil is typically extracted through cold pressing, preserving its nutritional value and beneficial compounds.

Benefits

Rich in monounsaturated fats that support heart health and provide anti-inflammatory properties. Contains antioxidants that may reduce oxidative stress and improve overall health.

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Processing

Group 2 · Culinary ingredients

Processed Culinary Ingredients

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Common questions

Is Olive oil healthy?

Olive oil scores 95/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This olive oil is a high-quality source of monounsaturated fats, which are beneficial for heart health.

How processed is Olive oil?

Olive oil is NOVA Group 2: Processed Culinary Ingredients.

Which ingredients drive Olive oil's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Olive oil counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.