Natural goodness
Olive oil is a tasty, quick and easy addition to salads, and delicious drizzled over warm, crusty bread. But as well as its fabulous flavour, the all-natural product is bursting with health benefits too.
Good fats
High in unsaturated fats, olive oil can contribute positively to heart health by replacing saturated fats in the diet. Try using it for shallow frying and sautéing, instead of fatty butter.
In fact the monounsaturated fats in olive oil can, as part of a healthy diet, help to decrease LDL, the bad cholesterol in the blood, and increase the levels of HDL cholesterol, the good type.
Strong cells
Extra virgin olive oil, made from olives pressed within 24 hours of harvesting, is also rich in antioxidants including vitamin E, which have been reported to help maintain and protect the walls and structure of our body's cells.
Better still, olive oil keeps its inbuilt goodness even when it's heated up, so whether you're using it straight from the bottle or in cooking, it'll keep its benefits.
Quality control
Bertolli oils and spreads come from olives raised under the warm Mediterranean sun, harvested just before peak ripeness. From the moment they're picked, experts oversee the entire production process, testing the quality of the oil and running it past professional tasters to assess its flavour, colour, aroma, clarity and density before it reaches you – ensuring you get the best oil, and all the healthy benefits that come with it.
