High hydroxytryosol olive oils

OlvLimits - Green Machine

A peppery extra virgin olive oil made with Coratina olives known for their bold and intense flavour.

Ultra High Polyphenol Count: 1,378 mg/kg

Hydroxytrysol: 526mg/kg

Origin: Puglia, Italy

Acidity: 0.22%

Price: £22 for a 500ml

November - Organic Greek EVOO

This organic cold pressed olive oil is grown in the sun-drenched groves of Crete. It has an amazing lab certified high polyphenol count of 1073mg/kg and received great customer reviews.

High Polyphenol Count: 1,224 mg/kg

Hydroxytrysol: 521 mg/kg

Origin: Greece/Crete.

Acidity: 0.16%

Variety: Koroneiki

Price: £26.90 for 500ml bottle

Pamako - Organic EVOO

An award winning and well respected organic cold pressed Monovarietal extra virgin olive oil.

Ultra High Polyphenol Count: 2,000 mg/kg

Hydroxytrysol: 448mg/kg

Low Acidity: 0.2%.

Olive type: Tsounati

Price: £25.95 for 250ml or £44.99 for 500ml

OPUS OLEA - Organic Greek EVOO

This is a multi award winning, organic, cold pressed extra virgin olive oil and produced in the south west of Greece through sustainable farming. This is an amazingly priced oil for its quality.

Ultra High Polyphenol Count: 874 mg/kg

Hydroxytrysol: 353 mg/kg

Low Acidity: 0.2%.

Olive type: Koroneiki

Price: £20.98 for 500ml.

Why we all should be adding olive oil high in hydroxytyrosol to our diet

You should consume olive oil high in hydroxytyrosol daily, typically 20g (about 4 teaspoons), for heart health, using it as a finishing oil on foods or taking a small "shot," focusing on raw application or low heat to preserve its powerful antioxidant effects, especially before carb-heavy meals to slow sugar absorption. This intake helps protect blood lipids from oxidative stress, reducing inflammation and supporting cardiovascular and metabolic health.

The Key Benefits of Consuming Olive Oils High in Hydroxytrysol

• Cardiovascular: Protects LDL cholesterol from oxidation, reducing heart disease risk.

• Anti-inflammatory: Helps lower inflammation.

• Blood Sugar: Slows carbohydrate digestion, preventing rapid sugar spikes.

• Antioxidant: Fights cellular damage

Recommend daily dose:

EFSA Guideline: Consume 20g (about 4 teaspoons) daily to get the 5mg of hydroxytyrosol needed for the EU health claim for protecting blood lipids from oxidative stress.

For Blood Sugar: Some studies suggest 15mg daily for insulin sensitivity, achieved through a few tablespoons of high-phenolic oil.

How to Consume

• Finishing Oil: Drizzle over salads, soups, cooked vegetables, grilled fish, or pasta after cooking.

• Before Meals: Take a tablespoon before a carb-rich meal to help manage blood sugar spikes, as polyphenols slow carb absorption.

• As a "Shot": Drink a small amount (like a tablespoon) straight, especially if it's a highly potent, lower-volume oil.

• Cooking: If cooking, use it as a finishing oil or keep heat low (below medium) to avoid smoking and preserve compounds.