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Differently other oils, the Organic extra virgin olive oil is mainly composed of monounsaturated fatty acids (oleic acid), with the right amount of linoleic fatty acid, polyphenols , vitamin E and beta-carotene. The presence of these elements makes antioxidant the Cataldi’s olive oil and, therefore, particularly important for our health.
It has been scientifically proven that its constant use decreases the so- called "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and increase the "good " cholesterol (HDL ), which helps to prevent cardiovascular disease and atherosclerosis protecting the heart and arteries and slowing down the aging brain.
Everybody can appreciate the outstanding fragrance of the ORGANIC Cataldi’s extra virgin olive oil. Indeed, it does not only increase the taste of food but also induce a better digestibility promoting the digestive secretory stimuli. Food prepared with extra virgin olive oil has excellent gastric and intestinal tolerance. For instance, it works as a natural laxative (especially fasting) helping to recover the chronic constipation.
Particularly important is seasoning food with the extra virgin olive oil during the pregnancy. Indeed, it provides the right portion of monounsaturated fatty (oleic acid) and essential (linoleic acid) acids, which are essential for development of nervous system in the soon-to-be-born baby. Since weaning, the diet of infant based on cereal, meat, and Parmesan may be combined by a small amount of fat in the form of extra virgin oil. According to this, its use should be present throughout the childhood and adolescence because it provides the oleic acid, easily digestible and it help to produce energy, and fatty acid like linoleic, which are essential for organism in developing.