“A glorious tree flourishes in our Dorian land:

Our sweet, silvered wet nurse, the olive. Self-born
and immortal, unafraid of foes, her ageless strength
defies knaves young and old, for Zeus and Athena guard
her with sleepless eyes.”

-Sophocles

A balanced diet is one of the critical elements of good health. Olive oil contains significant amounts of antioxidants (polyphenols), beneficial fatty acids, and vitamins, such as E and K. Antioxidants are potent substances that prevent a chemical process called “oxidation.” Our DNA encodes information, so-called “blueprint of life,” required for every organism to thrive.  However, DNA is extremely vulnerable to oxidative damage, which can modify this information contributing to aging and the development of diseases such as heart disease and cancer. Additionally, our typical western diet rich in saturated fat has been linked with an increased risk of developing these conditions. Thus, including olive oil as part of our daily diet is not only an excellent way to enrich and complement subtle flavours in our food but also to keep us healthier for longer.

SPHERA extra virgin olive oil rich in natural antioxidants, displaying an excellent structure and intense, balanced fruity and flowery notes is one of my favourites.

Enjoy!

Wojciech Niedzwiedz, PhD
Professor of Molecular Cancer Biology
Institute of Cancer Research,
London, UK

I am a pediatrician, and I have managed a “Well baby and child Clinic” in Athens for many decades. A significant part of my work with parents has been educating them about the importance of building the right diet habits for their children starting early in life.

The contribution of lipids for the growth and development of the human body is essential. Olive oil is the best source of lipids in our diet since it is very rich in unsaturated lipid acids (oleic acid 70-80%), which protect our body cells from oxidation. It is also rich in polyphenols, vitamins (oleocanthal), enzymes, and minerals which, protect our organism from infections and contribute significantly to its healthy growth.

“Sphera Extra Virgin Oil” is produced from fresh olives and extracted under the best technological conditions, so it remains very low in acidity, has a strong fruity aroma and excellent taste. In that way, it retains to the fullest, the precious constituents mentioned above, which are so important for growth and healthy life.

I strongly recommend it.

Voula Siomopoulou M.D.