Hikma is an oil that meets fully the standards of quality extra virgin olive oil made ​​by the International Olive Oil Council (IOOC), which Tunisia is a member.

The benefits of extra virgin olive oil (best quality olive oil is the only one that guarantees the presence of fatty acids and high quality natural vitamins) have been widely demonstrated and therefore is grease recommended for all ages without any exception.

From own olive groves of Hikma, or controlled plantations, of the Sahel region of Kairouan and the olives are harvested by hand and then selected, washed and crushed, the pulp is better for its oil without chemical intervention or heat .

The production unit is equipped with lines for the quality control at all stages of production.
Rigorous control is adopted throughout the production process, because it is assured from the collection of olives in the countryside, then to the mill, then the storage unit and loading.
These checks are carried out according to the recommendations and standards of the International Olive Oil Council (IOOC).

 
The virgin olive oil: energetic and nutritional value: its biological and therapeutic value is largely due to its chemical structure.

First, it is composed of triglycerides, fatty acids by elms.

The virgin olive oil is dominated by mono-unsaturated, between 54% and 83% mainly oleic acid.
The virgin olive oil also contains a small amount of polyunsaturated, between 3.5% and 22.5% who also are essential fatty acids.

However, a normal diet is sufficient to cover the daily needs of these acids for the body both adults and infants.

The relationship between linoleic acid and linoleic acid is ideal.

Second, the value of virgin olive oil lies in the minor components. Stress tocopherols, and among these, the alpha-tocopherol and its action as vitamin E.
Carotene as provitamin A and polyphenols, all with significant antioxidant function.

The health benefits attributed to olive oil is huge and present throughout the body.
A diet rich in fatty acids, polyunsaturated, monounsaturated, low in saturated fatty acids, reduces cardiovascular risk in a proportion of 70%.

Fat-soluble vitamins A and E are capable of producing in the stomach and intestine a film that will protect these organs and reduce the absorption of cholesterol.

These natural antioxidants retard aging, aids digestion, treats chronic constipation and can even enhance glucose tolerance in diabetics.


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