Olive Oil & 3 Missteps To Avoid

By Katie Onson


I think it should be noted that olive oil, in general, is one of the healthiest points of discussion to focus on. Very few can argue with such a point, especially when given the fact that this product is loaded with antioxidants and nutrients alike. In comparison to other cooking and culinary oils, this is a standout. Of course, there are ways in which it can be misused. To better understand what this topic entails, here are 3 common mistakes made with the oil in question.

According to Yahoo! Health, one of the mistakes made with olive oil is purchasing a "light" version. This is usually done for the purpose of cutting calories, which is a noble endeavor in its own right. However, many people may not know that most of these oils contain about the same amount of calories, regardless of what the label, on the front of the bottle, says. When it comes to "light" oil, you should know that this refers to its flavor and color more so than its nutritional value.

Let's say that you typically leave your cooking oil close to the stove for easy access. This is an especially big problem with olive oil, since its healthful components may be stripped away due to prolonged exposure to heat and light alike. In order to avoid this sapping of said components, make it a point to keep your bottle of oil in a cool, dark area of your house. Ideally, you may be wise to keep the bottle itself in a cellar for easy access later on.

Another mistake made with olive oil, believe it or not, is purchasing large quantities at one time. This is a problem, to put it mildly, because of the shelf life associated with this product. It only has a couple of years when it's left unopened, depending on when the product itself was harvested, and you may not use all of what you buy in a single grocery store trip. Be reasonable with how much you purchase and you may find yourself staying more frugal as a result.

It's important to understand how this oil can be used and it's clear that certain mistakes may rise to the surface. This type of oil is, without question, one of the healthiest and it stands to be utilized for various purposes. With this in mind, though, you must understand that certain missteps may be made, some of them potentially more dangerous to the product than others. Make it a point to learn and you'll gain the most out of this oil as possible.




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