You’ve probably been hearing the gospel of extra-virgin olive oil for years now. It’s good for everything, it seems, from greasing up a sauté pan to whipping up a salad dressing — even moisturizing skin or conditioning hair. Most of its popularity is, of course, due to its purported health benefits. According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, it contains antioxidants, seems to reduce inflammation and may even reduce blood pressure. But extra-virgin isn’t the only olive…
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