The Best Choice for Health and Taste

The subtle flavors of extra virgin avocado oil deliver great taste and an excellent nutrient profile that make it an enjoyable part of a healthy diet. From lowering the risk of heart disease to delivering an abundant supply of cancer-fighting antioxidants, the health benefits associated with extra virgin avocado oil continue to grow. 

Dietary advice around fats in the U.S. is changing. In previous decades, Americans were encouraged to consume a low fat diet, but research has pointed to the dangers of that advice and to the health benefits of consuming specific dietary fats. Today, more Americans are heeding the advice to include more health-promoting fats in their diets such as the monounsaturated fat found in extra virgin avocado oil.

A Minimally-Processed, Whole Food

Extra virgin avocado oil is derived from the unprocessed fruit of the avocado tree. After our avocados are sun-ripened on the tree, they are hand-picked, sorted, washed, and then passed through pit and skin removers. Once the fruit is free of its skin and pit, it is malaxed (mixed) at a low temperature to begin the oil separation process. The malaxers are constantly monitored for temperature and to reduce oxidation, the fruit is only malaxed for the minimal time necessary to make extra virgin avocado oil. After malaxing, the fruit is passed through a two-part centrifuge system that separates the pulp and water from the oil. Finally, a polishing separator fines out any remaining particulates to create our smooth, emerald green extra virgin oil that is truly unique. In contrast, canola, corn, soybean, seed and vegetable oils need to be chemically-extracted, refined, bleached and deodorized. With its minimal processing, extra virgin avocado oil is essentially a fruit juice.

Excellent Fat Profile

Extra virgin avocado oil contains uniquely high levels of oleic acid, about 75%, compared to 60% in canola and corn oils. This monounsaturated fat helps reduce overall blood cholesterol levels by lowering LDL (often referred to as “bad”) cholesterol levels in the blood while maintaining and, even increasing, HDL (often referred to as “good”) cholesterol levels.

A diet rich in monounsaturated fats, like those found in extra virgin avocado oil, olives, nuts, and seeds, plays a protective role against many diseases, including heart disease, stroke, type-2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome.

High in Antioxidants

One characteristic that sets extra virgin avocado oil apart from other oils is its extremely high levels of polyphenols. These compounds act as antioxidants and protect cells against unwanted inflammation and disease, including various types of cancer and atherosclerosis. Extra virgin avocado oil contains more polyphenols than other refined avocado oils that are void of antioxidants.

High levels of the antioxidant vitamin E in extra virgin avocado oil also protect cells from damaging free radicals. Vitamin E is often recommended to support skin health and reduce aging effects. 

Cooking and Storage for Optimal Nutrition

By storing extra virgin avocado oil in a cool, dark place, the high nutrient levels are preserved longer. Avohass extra virgin avocado oil has a "Best By" date on the back of every bottle and we recommended using the bottle within 2 to 3 months after opening. Extra virgin avocado oil can be safely used in a wide range of cooking applications because of its high smoke point. This includes sautéing, baking, grilling, or simply drizzling over foods, it shouldn’t linger long on your kitchen shelf!

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