#358: Real Vs. Fake: The $20 Rule, Fresh Pressed Secrets & The Science Behind True Fresh Olive Oil with TJ Robinson
In today’s episode, I’m excited to bring you a truly delicious conversation with TJ Robinson, also known as "The Olive Oil Hunter" and founder of the Fresh Pressed Olive Oil Club. If you’ve ever wondered what makes extra virgin olive oil such a key component of longevity and Mediterranean health, you’re going to love this one. (Go to http://GetFreshLongevity.com and get a $39 bottle for just $1.)
TJ shares his incredible journey from professional chef to globe-trotting olive oil hunter—and tells the story of how a life-changing trip to Sicily inspired his mission to source and deliver the freshest, most potent artisanal olive oils to our tables here in North America. Together, we break down the common myths that cloud the olive oil industry, from supermarket counterfeits to why that “Made in Italy” label might not mean what you think.
We also dive deep into the world of polyphenols and antioxidants, the science behind olive oil’s health benefits, and why those peppery, bitter notes you taste are actually exactly what you should be looking for! I share some of my favorite ways to use olive oil in daily cooking for maximum health (and flavor), and TJ offers incredible tips on how to spot and savor truly great olive oil—plus, he shares a special deal just for you, my listeners, to taste the real thing for yourself.
Whether you’re passionate about food as medicine, fascinated by the secrets of healthy aging, or just looking to upgrade your next salad, this episode is packed with wisdom, flavor, and simple tools to bring more vibrance to your plate—and your life. Dig in!
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What We Discuss:
Food as medicine and olive oil’s role in health ... 00:00:53
Interest and confusion around olive oil quality ... 00:02:30
Fraud and counterfeit olive oils ... 00:02:52
Why harvest timing and fruit ripeness matter ... 00:13:27
Cost and yield: why artisanal is pricier ... 00:16:15
Science and polyphenols: health benefits explained ... 00:16:56
What degrades olive oil: time, light, heat, oxygen ... 00:17:44
How long olive oil stays “fresh” and best practices ... 00:19:42
Daily use: how to best integrate olive oil ... 00:20:08
Choosing the best olive oil at the store ... 00:22:15
Cooking with olive oil and protecting its quality ... 00:29:03
Biohacking with olive oil for satiety & blood sugar ... 00:30:12
Tasting olive oil: identifying quality ... 00:33:22
Bitterness and spiciness as quality markers ... 00:37:06
Simple ways to add olive oil to meals ... 00:39:01
What to avoid: unfiltered/cloudy oils in clear bottles ... 00:50:11
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