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Can one use all the olive oils for cooking ?

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All the olive oils can be used to cook. Preferably, us an olive oil of ordinary quality for cooking while reserving the very high quality olive oils just for delicately seasoning or adding the finishing touches to your already cooked dishes.
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Does Tassos® Olive Oil have more fat and calories than other cooking oils?

Tassos® Olive Oils
No. All oils have the same number of calories per tablespoon. However, Tassos® Olive Oil is so rich in flavor that less is needed for great taste. Olive Oil, due to the presence of mono-unsaturated fats, has been linked to a reduced risk for heart disease and some cancers. We appreciate your feedback. Please email us at customer_service@tassos.com or call 1-800-4-TASSOS with your suggestions and questions.
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Can I use olive oil in my cooking?

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Olive oil is excellent for stir frying, sautéing, deep frying, roasting and braising, and brushing on food before and during grilling and barbecuing. Olive oil can be heated to a much higher temperature in cooking that most other oils without damaging any of the fatty acids. It also forms a seal around food so that less fat is absorbed into the food. It can be filtered after frying and used up to 10 times, because olive oil is stable at high temperatures.
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What oils should I be using for cooking ?

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When oils are heated chemical changes occur producing trans-fatty acids, saturated fatty acids and other oxidation products that are far more toxic than trans fats. Frying is not recommended for health. If you must fry use high oleic sunflower, high oleic safflower, sesame or olive oil. Adding water while frying will keep the temperatures down to acceptable levels. Extra virgin olive oil can be used for boiling and baking.
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Why Use Organic and Fairtrade Olive Oil in Cooking?

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All of you that have do the cooking at home will have used cooking oil or olive oil at some point. Whether you use the oil for frying or salads, organic oil can provide the maximum taste with the minimum use of pesticides and chemicals in its production.
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Why does use olive and soy oils for scrubs?

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Olive oil attracts external moisture to the skin and still allows normal functions of the skin to take place (sweating, shedding of dead skin and releasing sebum). Soybean oil is a great source of Vitamin E, which is the most effective anti-oxidant. It protects cellular structures against damage from free radicals and moisturizes the skin from within, reducing UV-induced skin damage.
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Will DermaPlus, DermaShield and InsurSkin protect against hot cooking oils?

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These products will provide no protection against the threat of thermal injury from hot substances coming into contact with the skin. In an incident which occurred in a restaurant, where an employee spilled hot grease over his hand and top and side of his forearm, the degree of injury was less there the skin protectant was utilized than where it was not. However, injury was not prevented.
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I have heard that infused olive oils can be dangerous. Is this true?

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While Annie's Naturals Olive Oils are quite safe, it is true that when improperly produced some infused oils can be dangerous. Olive oil itself will not grow bacteria, but when pieces of whole herbs or vegetables are introduced clostridium botulinum, a soil-born bacteria can produce a toxin that causes food poisoning. Annie's Naturals uses a process wherein the essence of the roasted garlic is blended with olive oil.
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Do All Olive Oils Taste the Same?

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Not at all. In fact, the wide variety of natural flavors available is what makes olive oil unique among all edible oils. As mentioned above, many nuances contribute to the diversity of flavors, colors and aromas found in olive oil. Connoisseurs generally categorize olive oil as mild (delicate, light or "buttery"); semifruity (stronger, with more taste of the olive); and fruity (oil with full-blown olive flavor).
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Are your olive oils cold pressed?

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Napa Valley Naturals olive oils are all extra virgin, cold pressed and unrefined. While the United States does not have a legal standard for extra virgin olive oil, Napa Valley Naturals meets and exceeds the International Olive Oil Council (IOOC) standard for extra virgin olive oil.
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Will cooking with Coconut Oil cause it to become hydrogenated and toxic like hydrogenated oils?

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No. Hydrogenation is an industrial process where hydrogen molecules are introduced to the oil to make it solid at room temperatures. It chemically alters the oil and creates harmful trans fatty acids. Cooking with coconut oil does NOT introduce hydrogen into the oil or hydrogenate it. Coconut oil is a very stable oil even at higher temperatures. However, it is best not to cook beyond the smoke point of coconut oil, as this will begin to deteriorate the oil and turn it yellow.
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What is the significance to health of the 'NO CHOLESTEROL' claim on some cooking oils?

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only animals contain cholesterol, the statement no cholesterol simply means that the oil was derived from a plant. However, as discussed earlier in this FAQ, such a claim does not inform you whether the oil is low in saturated fat, and this is most important for lowering cholesterol. noted above, some plant oils are quite high in saturated fats, particularly palm and coconut oils.
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How can flax substitute for oils and eggs in cooking?

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Flaxseed can easily replace oil or shortening in a recipe because of it's high oil content. Just replace 1/3 c. of oil with 1 c. of milled flaxseed for a 3:1 substitution ratio. Similarly, a flaxseed mixture can be used as an egg substitute in selected recipes like pancakes, muffins and cookies. For every egg, replace with 1 tsp. of milled flax amd 3 tbsp. of water. Mix milled flaxseed and water in a small bowl and let sit for 1 to 2 minutes.
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What are the best oils for cooking and baking?

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Oils high in monounsaturated fats and saturated fats are more heat stable than delicate polyunsaturated fats. Our culinary oils can be broken into categories of low, medium and high heat. Baking at an oven temperature of 325?F (163?C), the moisture of the food keeps the inside temperature under 212?F (100?C)
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Are Tassos® Olives and Olive Oils kosher?

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Although Tassos® products are not certified kosher, neither meat nor dairy are processed at the olive oil facility. Tassos® Olivara Bruschetta does contain cheese, but no meat is processed at the olive facility. Olives and Olive Oil, by their nature, are kosher.
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Why are Extra Virgin olive oils often so bitter?

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Extra Virgin olive oils contain the flavors of the olive fruit. (Tasting a raw olive is one of those experiences you would hope never to repeat.) Bitterness, along with pungency and vegetal/fruit flavors are considered positive attributes in EVO olive oils, particularly when they are well balanced. Depending on many factors, such as the olive variety and ripeness, milling technique, and the age of the oil, bitterness and pungency can be quite intense.
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Where can I purchase LouAna® cooking oils?

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Many leading grocery stores and other retail outlets carry LouAna® cooking oils. In addition, numerous retail outlets carry the three gallon LouAna® Peanut Oil container, made especially for turkey frying. If you have additional questions on where you can purchase LouAna® products, please call: 1-800-723-3652.
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What about the new cooking oils?

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Liquid cooking oils are lower in fat than regular oils and are protected from heat breakdown, thus can be used at higher temperatures without a change in structure. They can be used in cooking, shallow frying and baking and are splatter proof.
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How do I know how to use the oils?

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The general rule of thumb is that MOST oils should be used at a 2.5% dilution. This translates to 15 drops of total essential oils to one fl. oz. of carrier oil. With infants, children or the elderly/infirm you would cut the dilution WAY down, for example, for a newborn infant I'd only use one or at most two drops of essential oil.
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Can I use other oils, Tea Tree or Eucalyptus for example?

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Whilst these most commonly quoted oils have their uses, we have found Tea Tree to be ineffective for head lice. Both Tea Tree and Eucalyptus are relatively aggressive and can cause skin irritation. If in any doubt seek individual advice from a qualified therapist.
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Can I use outdoor oils and lotions in the tanning bed?

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NO, just as the word indicates outdoor products should ONLY be used outdoors, as they can cause a film on the acrylic. This actually inhibits the tanning process, rather than acting as an amplifying agent. There are many excellent indoor tanning products for that purpose. Ask our tanning professional for recommendations.
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How do I use Essential Oils?

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The best place to apply essential oils is to put them on the bottoms of your feet! If this sounds surprising, just consider that for literally thousands of years, Chinese healers have used acupuncture and acupressure on the bottoms of their clients' feet to achieve healthy changes throughout the whole body. These ancient sciences have been adopted by Western medicine and are even taught in several medical schools in the U.S.
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Why do you still use tropical oils such as palm oil?

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Our cookie bakers tell us it is still necessary to use tropical oils for the production of compound coating. Many top bakers have tried to stop using it, but without it, their products do not meet production standards. There are currently eight varieties of Girl Scout Cookies produced by each baker licensed to produce Girl Scout Cookies. Each baker produces Girl Scout Cookie varieties without palm oil.
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The oils have very many uses. Most consumers like to use the oils as substitutes for their favorite perfumes or colognes by simplying applying a few dabs to their skin. Some customers use the oils to make just about any other scented product. With the proper ingredients, the oils can also be used to make incense, scented soaps, potpourri, air fresheners, shampoos, lotions, shower gels, gel candles (but not wax), bath crystals, massage oils, bath oils, and shampoos.
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Warm Buddy: Frequently Asked Questions
A wide variety of essential oils are available. Choose your favorite scent for an amazing aromatic experience. Lavender is commonly used to provide comfort from stress and headaches. Eucalyptus is best for colds. Our Warm Buddy™ Anti-Stress formula is great for soothing the symptoms of stress and headaches. Our Serenity blend is a very popular scent, and is used in the Aromatherapy Eye Pillow.
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The Oil is the ideal choice for men of all ages. It was formulated to give men the extra staying power they need and deliver the results they want.
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Can I use olive oil as a beauty supply?

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We are aware of 27 olive oil based recipes for a healthier and more beautiful body. It's up to you which ones of those to use.
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