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Olive oil marketed as healthy often isn’t derived from olives
  • The guest points out that many “olive oil” products are chemically refined and may originate from other seed oils.
  • This mislabeling misleads consumers about the nutritional profile.
  • True olive oil is scarce; most packaged versions are blends or refined oils.
Dr. Khader ValiSHLLOKA00:03:02

Supporting quotes

“olive oil is good for you where is this olive oil coming from the olive trees are not there” — Dr. Khader Vali
“refined oils ... what the hell is going on” — Dr. Khader Vali

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Refined Oils & Olive Oil Myths

Commercially refined oils, including purported olive oil, lack the bio-active compounds of traditional fats and may be harmful. Natural oils such as coconut and sesame provide essential nutrients and cellular regeneration.

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