Polyphenols, what they are and where they are found

Polyphenols are natural bioactive compounds, with antioxidant capacity, which have aroused great interest at nutritional level for their actions, not only in the state of health, but also in the prevention of functional and structural alterations of various diseases. Polyphenols are found, among other plant species, in the leaves and fruit of the olive tree so that, following a suitable production process, they can be present in the oil.

Extra Virgin Olive Oil, unique benefits

Natural medicine

Polyphenols are natural bioactive compounds, with antioxidant capacity, which have aroused great interest at nutritional level for their actions, not only in the state of health, but also in the prevention of functional and structural alterations of various diseases. Polyphenols are found, among other plant species, in the leaves and fruit of the olive tree so that, following a suitable production process, they can be present in the oil.

Polyphenols, great allies for our health

Make your food your medicine

Scientific studies have shown primarily antioxidant actions, but also other actions that are clearly beneficial to health, such as:

• Increases protection against cardiovascular and hepatic risks due to its purifying action and its contribution to the increase of “good” cholesterol (HDL-cholesterol) and the reduction of “bad” cholesterol (LDL-cholesterol).
• Helps in the prevention of cognitive impairment and dementia
• Contributes to increased survival and longevity
• Protects against the risk of hypertension
• May increase protection against certain types of cancer
• Supports the maintenance of a healthy body weight
• Has antibiotic and antiviral action

Scientific committees of EFSA and AECOSAN, the European and Spanish authorities on food safety and nutrition respectively, state that this benefit is obtained with the intake of 5 mg of polyphenols per day.

The olive tree, a natural source of specific polyphenols

Let nature take care of you

In Extra Virgin Olive Oil, we can find beneficial polyphenols such as:

• Oleuropein: phenolic compound responsible for the bitterness and itchy throat produced by the oil.
• Oleocanthal: phenolic compound found in certain EVOOs. It has emerged as a new therapeutic molecule with relevant pharmacological action.

In order to maintain all the beneficial properties, and a high level of polyphenols, Biosasun harvests the fruit at the ideal moment and maintains a rigorous production system. The olive oil Oleohealth, The organic nature, it brings the best of nature, in addition, it does not contain any toxic substances.