Men have been using olive oil for millennia, and you can be certain that they weren’t using it only as a salad dressing. In fact, olive oil was used primarily for various non-culinary purposes, including as fuel in oil lamps, as medicines, as an ingredient in soap-making, and even as a component of religious rituals.

Do you ever wonder how extra virgin olive oil that’s been in your pantry for over a year retains its freshness? Or have you ever wondered if you’re storing your bottle of EVOO in the right place? Whether you’re an olive juice connoisseur or simply someone who appreciates cooking and brightening foods’ flavors with EVOO, we’re here to answer your pressing questions about the world’s healthiest oil.