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Nutritional Profile of Olive Oil (Extra Virgin) - Care Omnia Nutrition
We got 26 nutritional values in our nutrition profile for Olive Oil (Extra Virgin).
Nutrient content compared to all foods
When comparing its nutrient content to all foods in our tool we find that it ranks top-of-the-line (Top 25) for 13 nutrients.
Most notable of them being
- Phytosterols (Other) (Other Micronutrients)
- Delta-5-avenasterol (Other Micronutrients)
- Heneicosanoic Acid (21:0) (Saturated Fats)
- Oleate (18:1 c) (Monounsaturated Fats)
Also, when compared to all foods, it ranks notably well (Top 100) for six additional nutrients.
With the highest ranking of them being
- Stigmasterol (Other Micronutrients)
- Campesterol (Other Micronutrients)
- Lignoceric Acid (24:0) (Saturated Fats)
- Palmitic Acid (16:0) (Saturated Fats)
Nutrient content compared to foods in the same category
A comparison between its nutrient content to foods in the same category (Fats and Oils) shows that it ranks very high (Top 10) for 10 nutrients.
Most notable of them being
- Phytosterols (Other) (Other Micronutrients)
- Palmitoleate (16:1 c) (Monounsaturated Fats)
- Delta-5-avenasterol (Other Micronutrients)
- Elaidolinolenic Acid (18:3 c) (Polyunsaturated Fats)
Additionally, a comparison to foods in the same category shows that it ranks quite high (Top 25) for eight additional nutrients.
With the highest ranking of them being
- Arachidic Acid (20:0) (Saturated Fats)
- Heptadecanoic Acid (17:0) (Saturated Fats)
- Fatty Acids, total monounsaturated (Fatty Acids)
- beta-Sitosterol (Other Micronutrients)
You can find these and more nutrient rankings below.
Table of Contents
Nutrient Content Of Olive Oil (Extra Virgin)
The nutrient content of food is mainly divided into macro- and micronutrients.
Lipids (fats) are a major part of the macronutrients in your food.
Let's first take a look at a lipid (fat) profile to give you a sense of how the content of each type of fat compare to each other.
After that you'll find our detailed nutrient profile with all measured nutrients.
Lipid (fat) profile of Olive Oil (Extra Virgin)
Lipids (fats), are divided into saturated and unsaturated fats. The unsaturated fats are then in turn divided into mono-, and polyunsaturated fats.
Figure 1. Lipid (fat) profile of Olive Oil (Extra Virgin)
Percent of 100 grams of food. Values can differ from nutrient profile below due to rounding.
And now, let's look at the detailed nutrient profile!
Detailed nutrient profile of Olive Oil (Extra Virgin)
Below we list all the nutrients that we have a measurement for. This is where you can find out what micronutrients there are in your food.
All nutrients are grouped together according to their type. Click on a nutrient type to show the individual nutrients. You can find other foods that contain the same nutrient by clicking on it.
If you can't find a specific nutrient, we recommend you go to our complete list of nutrients or try searching for it.
Nutrient Profile: Olive Oil (Extra Virgin)
In food category: Fats and Oils
| Fatty Acids (4) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Fatty Acids, total monounsaturated | 69.2 g | 19.6 g | 13 | 13 |
| Fatty Acids, total polyunsaturated | 9.1 g | 2.6 g | 122 | 282 |
| Fatty Acids, total saturated | 15.4 g | 4.4 g | 82 | 187 |
| Total Fat (NLEA) | 93.7 g | 26.6 g | 4 | 4 |
| Saturated Fats (9) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Arachidic Acid (20:0) | 411 mg | 116.5 mg | 11 | 21 |
| Behenic Acid (22:0) | 118 mg | 33.5 mg | 37 | 91 |
| Heneicosanoic Acid (21:0) | 14 mg | 4 mg | 4 | 4 |
| Heptadecanoic Acid (17:0) | 81 mg | 23 mg | 12 | 242 |
| Lignoceric Acid (24:0) | 62 mg | 17.6 mg | 23 | 57 |
| Myristic Acid (14:0) | 13 mg | 3.7 mg | 100 | 1137 |
| Palmitic Acid (16:0) | 12.1 g | 3.4 g | 46 | 69 |
| Pentadecanoic Acid (15:0) | 6 mg | 1.7 mg | 21 | 170 |
| Stearic Acid (18:0) | 2.6 g | 734.3 mg | 105 | 367 |
| Monounsaturated Fats (3) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| cis-13-Eicosenoic Acid (20:1 c) | 276 mg | 78.2 mg | 7 | 11 |
| Oleate (18:1 c) | 67.8 g | 19.2 g | 4 | 4 |
| Palmitoleate (16:1 c) | 1 g | 292 mg | 2 | 24 |
| Polyunsaturated Fats (4) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| alpha-Linolenic Acid, ALA (18:3 n-3) | 651 mg | 184.6 mg | 35 | 110 |
| cis-Linoleic Acid (18:2 n-6 c,c) | 8.4 g | 2.4 g | 43 | 92 |
| Elaidolinolenic Acid (18:3 c) | 651 mg | 184.6 mg | 4 | 8 |
| Octadecadienoic Acid (18:2 c) | 8.4 g | 2.4 g | 8 | 11 |
| Other Micronutrients (6) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| beta-Sitostanol | 2.6 mg | 722.9 µg | 7 | 7 |
| beta-Sitosterol | 126 mg | 35.7 mg | 13 | 21 |
| Campesterol | 5.7 mg | 1.6 mg | 17 | 37 |
| Delta-5-avenasterol | 23.1 mg | 6.5 mg | 3 | 3 |
| Phytosterols (Other) | 26.9 mg | 7.6 mg | 1 | 1 |
| Stigmasterol | 1 mg | 289.2 µg | 15 | 33 |
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Pompeian USDA Organic Robust Extra Virgin Olive Oil, First Cold Pressed, Full-Bodied Flavor, Perfect for Salad Dressings & Marinades, 48 FL. OZ.
Key Features Include
- Organic Robust Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Expertly crafted by The Olive Oil People, this USDA Certified Organic extra virgin olive oil is made from first cold pressed olives, grown and nurtured by our family of farmers.
- Full-bodied, Robust Taste: Pompeian Extra Virgin Olive Oils are ideal for any meal that starts with a sauté and ends with a drizzle.
- 100% Farmer Crafted: Quality from The Olive Oil People since 1906.
- Imported, First Cold Pressed Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Certified for Authenticity by the North American Olive Oil Association (NAOOA).
- Committed To Quality: Pompeian Organic Robust Extra Virgin Olive Oil is USDA Certified Organic, Naturally Gluten Free and Non-Allergenic, Kosher, and Non-GMO Verified by the Non-GMO Project.
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Common Serving Sizes Of Olive Oil (Extra Virgin)
Here's some of the different portion/serving sizes to get a sense of the weight.
| Amount / Measurement | Weight in Gr | Weight in Oz |
|---|---|---|
| Ml | 90.7 g | 3.2 oz |
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| Corn, Peanut, & Olive Oil | No of Nutrients |
| 19 | |
| Olive Oil | No of Nutrients |
| 19 | |
(Extra Light) | 48 |
(Salad Or Cooking) | 28 |
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