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...It is known for its potent [[antioxidant]] properties and potential health benefits. ...ting the presence of a phenolic compound. It was first isolated from olive oil in the 1950s.

== Extra-virgin olive oil == ...' (''pronunciation:'' /ˈɛkstrə ˈvɝːdʒɪn ˈɑːlɪv ˌɔɪl/) is a type of [[olive oil]] that is considered the highest quality due to its extraction process and

== Olive oil == ...Mediterranean Basin, produced by pressing whole olives and extracting the oil.

== Sesame Oil == ...getable oil derived from [[sesame seeds]]. Besides being used as a cooking oil, it is often used for its rich, nutty flavor and its high smoke point.

== Sunflower Oil == ...ted from [[sunflower seeds]]. The oil is commonly used in food as a frying oil, and in cosmetic formulations as an emollient.

The term "vegetable oil" can be narrowly defined as referring only to plant oils that are liquid at * [[Coconut oil]]

The word "olive" comes from Latin ''olīva'', which in turn is derived from the Greek ''ἐ Olives are the fruits of the olive tree (''Olea europaea''), a species in the family [[Oleaceae]]. The tree is

...n various animal and vegetable fats and oils. It is an odorless, colorless oil, although commercial samples may be yellowish. ...omposed of oleic acid. The word is derived from the Latin word "oleum" for oil, and the chemical suffix "-ic", meaning "pertaining to".

...fers to oil or olive. This is because ALA was first isolated from flaxseed oil and is a major component of many plant oils. ...ng reducing inflammation and lowering the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and arthritis.

...opped parsley, with tomatoes, mint, onion, bulgur, and seasoned with olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper. ...ay also attain its brown or golden color by first being sautéed lightly in oil before the addition of broth.

...one. Both types of fats are found in a variety of foods, including [[olive oil]], [[avocado]], [[nuts]], and [[fish]]. === Health Benefits ===

...of vitamins, minerals, and monounsaturated fats, which are beneficial for heart health. Pine nuts are often used in culinary applications, such as in pesto * [[Monounsaturated fats]]: A type of dietary fat that is beneficial for heart health.