Extra Virgin Olive Oil Fraud

The fats we ingest have an effect on our hormones, skin, tissue, hair, brain development and function, heart health, cancer risk, and more.  This is why the type and quality of fats chosen is critical.  It is also important to note that some fats are only suitable when produced, stored, or used in particular ways.  An example of this is olive oil.  Extra virgin is a better choice than virgin which is a better choice than regular.  But what if your extra virgin olive oil isn't so extra virgin after all?

The University of California - Davis conducted a study to see whether or not those olive oils labelled "extra virgin" truly were.  The startling results can be read here.  To sum them up, up to 69% of imported extra virgin olive oils are fraudulently labelled.

When I found this out, I had to know if my Terra Delyssa extra virgin olive oil was true or not.  On Crunchy Betty, she reveals a quick trick to find out for yourself at home.  Pour a small amount of your oil into a container, and cover it.  Place this in the fridge for 24-48 hours.  When you remove it, you will have your results.  Crystallization means it is extra virgin, a solidified lump means it is not.

My results:

The Terra Delyssa fraud has solidified while our new Kirkland organic has only crystallized.

Here is a concise list of the discovered truthful and fraudulent oils.  See where your olive oil ranks.  If it's not there, try the test at home.

Do you use extra virgin olive oil?  Will this change what you purchase?