Understanding the Buzz Around Moroccan Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Understanding the Buzz Around Moroccan Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Recently, there has been a surge in interest regarding Moroccan Extra Virgin Olive Oil, partly fueled by endorsements from figures such as Dr. Gundry. At our store, we occasionally stock this sought-after variety, our current supplier does not have any Moroccan Extra Virgin Olive Oil available.

Dr. Gundry has prominently claimed that his brand of Moroccan Olive Oil contains “30 times more polyphenols than any other olive oil.” It’s crucial to clarify that his comparison is made against regular olive oil rather than Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Olive Oil Times made inquiries to Dr. Gundry’s team regarding how his oil compares with other Extra Virgin Olive Oils. Unfortunately, they admitted to not having conducted tests with third-party Extra Virgin Olive Oils, with a spokesperson stating, “Since we have not tested for third-party extra virgin olive oils, we would not be able to provide a comparison to our product.”

Moreover, analyses commissioned by Olive Oil Times on Dr. Gundry’s oil showed phenol contents between 561 and 612 ppm. While this is a high count, similar or higher levels are also found in other regions. For example, our California Mission Extra Virgin Olive Oil has a phenol content of 619.84 ppm, and our Greek Kalamata variety measures at 708 ppm.

Another point of concern is the claimed shelf life of 3 years for Dr. Gundry’s product. Typically, the optimal consumption period for high-quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil is within 18-24 months of bottling.

Furthermore, Dr. Gundry’s website does not provide any chemical analysis or Organoleptic Taste Panel Assessment, which are critical for evaluating the quality of olive oil, as these can vary significantly between batches.

While we do agree with Dr. Gundry on the fact that you should be consuming a high phenol count Extra Virgin Olive Oil, there are clearly other options available than the oil he is endorsing. With that being said, of course we would love for you to purchase our high phenol count Extra Virgin Olive Oils; however, for those still interested in Moroccan Extra Virgin Olive Oil – we suggest Desert Miracle Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Sold by Olive Oil of the World for over 15 years, they offer a better value in larger quantities and it’s the EXACT same product Dr. Gundry is promoting. More information on their product is available on their website.

This informative stance is intended to guide our customers through the complexities surrounding Moroccan Extra Virgin Olive Oil, ensuring informed choices in their olive oil purchases.