1500mg/kg Polyphenols: 6x Stronger Than EU Standards
Our Vita Blend olive oil contains 1500mg/kg of polyphenols - six times higher than the EU Health Claim requirement. This isn't just a number - it represents a fundamental difference in health benefits.
Understanding the EU Health Claim
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) set the health claim threshold at 250mg/kg of polyphenols. Olive oils meeting this standard can claim to protect blood lipids from oxidative stress.
At 1500mg/kg, Vita Blend delivers 6 times this amount - and the difference is measurable in both taste and health impact.
How We Achieve 1500mg/kg
1. Early Harvest Timing
We harvest our olives while still green, before full ripeness. This is when polyphenol content peaks.
2. Rapid Processing
Olives are cold-pressed within 2 hours of harvest using our state-of-the-art Mori-Tem mill, preserving maximum polyphenol content.
3. Optimal Storage
Oil is stored in stainless steel tanks under inert gas to prevent oxidation and polyphenol degradation.
4. Independent Lab Testing
Every batch is tested by independent laboratories to verify polyphenol content.
The Health Impact
Higher polyphenol content means:
- Stronger anti-inflammatory effects
- Greater antioxidant protection
- Enhanced cardiovascular benefits
- More pronounced cellular health support
The Trade-Off: Intensity
1500mg/kg polyphenols creates an intensely peppery, bitter oil. This isn't a flaw - it's the sensory signature of very high polyphenol content.
Many customers use Vita Blend as their dedicated health oil (daily shots, raw drizzling) alongside a milder oil for cooking.
Comparison: Vita Blend vs Standard Oils
Supermarket EVOO: 50-150mg/kg
EU Health Claim: 250mg/kg
Premium EVOO: 300-500mg/kg
Vita Blend: 1500mg/kg
The difference is not incremental - it's transformational.
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