Huile d'olive VIERGE EXTRA

The Mediterranean diet, whose benefits we understand today thanks to the nutritional contributions of olive oil, was already practiced 6000 years ago. The rest of the world only needed a few thousand years to recognize the nutritional advantages of olives and of course olive oil!

The nutritional staples of populations located around the Mediterranean include vegetables, legumes, fruits, fish, olive oil and wine. These products are also the cause of the low cholesterol levels of Mediterranean people.

Observing the diet of people living in North America for example, one notes that it is high-calorie, composed of animal fats and proteins (in particular, milk products and desserts that are based on butter or butter-derived products.

For various reasons, the term “Mediterranean Diet” refers to a healthy nutritional regimen, known especially for health benefits
to prevent cardio-vascular diseases.
One of the bases of this diet relies on the use of virgin olive oil and the consumption of fish oils, like those coming 
from bluefish and sardines.
Another base is the abundant consumption of other vegetable products, like nuts, bread, cereals and potatoes.

1. Choice of fresh foods conserved in the most natural state possible.
2. Use of olive oil as the main source of fat: Energy in the form of fat should be between 25% and 35%. Saturated      fats should not represent more than 7% to 8% of energy (calories).
3. Daily consumption of a moderate quantity of cheese and yogurt
4. Moderate the weekly consumption of fish, poultry and eggs.
5. Fresh fruits and vegetables every day.
6. Enjoy sweet desserts in moderation: once per week.
7. Red meat limited to a few days per month.
8. Take regular exercise to maintain good physical shape.
9. Consume wine in moderation, generally at mealtime