Nutrition Science Bites with Professor Clare Collins AO

Is olive oil good for you? Should you drink olive oil 'shots'? with Associate Professor Evangeline Mantzioris

June 29, 2026·28 min
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In this episode Prof Clare Collins talks with Associate Professor Evangeline Mantzioris from Adelaide University on the ins and outs of olive oil. Evangeline shares insights on polyphenols, mono-unsaturated fat, plus health benefits and types of olive oil, from Extra Virgin to cold-pressed. Discover how to choose olive oil based on quality and the best ways to use of olive oil in food and cooking as part of a healthy diet.Key topicsHealth benefits of olive oilDifferences between extra virgin and refined olive oilOptimal ways to incorporate olive oil into your eating patternPolyphenols and their role in healthCooking with olive oil at high temperaturesTo access the Healthy Eating Quiz: Click on the top right hand 'green button' called 'How healthy is my diet' https://nomoneynotime.com.au/Want a more Personalised Food, Nutrient Assessment Report? Use our Australian Eating Survey - For a 50% discount enter the 'DietCheck' code at the checkout! Purchase here https://australianeatingsurvey.com.au/Are you in a position to make donation to support our No Money No Time website? Donate hereHere's the link to the No Money No Time closed Facebook group (be sure to take the Healthy Eating Quiz first) https://www.facebook.com/groups/386824626838448Our No Money No Time email: nmnt@newcastle.edu.au and our Nutrition Science Bites email: nutritionsciencebites@newcastle.edu.au Keywords: #oliveoil, #healthbenefits, #EVOO, #extravirginoliveoil, #polyphenols, #Mediterranean diet, #cookingtips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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