extra-virgin
adjective
ex·tra-vir·gin
ˈek-strə-ˈvər-jən 
: being a virgin olive oil that is lowest in acidity and highest in quality
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In their extensive search, Starbucks discovered the story of a family tradition that has existed in generations in several Italian regions—the ritual of enjoying a spoonful of extra-virgin olive oil each day.
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Condé Nast Traveler, 26 May 2026
Use extra-virgin olive oil, not the light kind.
—Martha Stewart, 25 May 2026
For example, a 2025 study found that extra-virgin olive oil may help lower blood pressure, prevent blood clots, and reduce plaque buildup in the arteries.
—Hannah Harper, Health, 7 May 2026
Eating a Mediterranean-style diet –– which focuses on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds, healthy fish and extra-virgin olive oil, with smaller portions of eggs, dairy and poultry –– has been linked to significant increases in lifespan.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 2 May 2026
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Condé Nast Traveler, 26 May 2026
Use extra-virgin olive oil, not the light kind.
—Martha Stewart, 25 May 2026
For example, a 2025 study found that extra-virgin olive oil may help lower blood pressure, prevent blood clots, and reduce plaque buildup in the arteries.
—Hannah Harper, Health, 7 May 2026
Eating a Mediterranean-style diet –– which focuses on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds, healthy fish and extra-virgin olive oil, with smaller portions of eggs, dairy and poultry –– has been linked to significant increases in lifespan.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 2 May 2026
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“Extra-virgin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/extra-virgin. Accessed 27 May. 2026.
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