My #1 Food For Anti-Aging

Summary

The speaker discusses the health benefits of high quality extra virgin olive oil, which studies show can aid weight management, blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, heart and brain health when consumed daily. He explains that not all olive oils offer these benefits, as some may be diluted or lacking in polyphenols. Therefore, he started a company to source and supply fresh, high-quality extra virgin olive oil that meets specific criteria proven to provide health advantages. He hopes to make this olive oil accessible and affordable for regular consumption, as part of an overall mission to provide the most nutritious foods possible to help people be their best selves.

Takeaways

• 😊 Extra virgin olive oil offers many health benefits like weight management, better heart health, improved blood sugar control, etc. when consumed regularly
• 👨‍🔬 The speaker recently learned that eating causes damage in the body, and EVOO is protective against that damage
• 🔬 There is compelling scientific evidence for the health benefits of high quality extra virgin olive oil
• 🔎 You need to look for certain criteria like high polyphenol content when buying EVOO to get the benefits shown in studies
• 🥤 EVOO adds great flavor and spice to foods instead of being bland like regular olive oil
• 💰 The EVOO being sold has little profit margin and is meant to be affordable while still high quality
• ⏰ A full line of highly nutritious Blueprint products is launching in about a month
• 🤝 The speaker wants to be a positive influence regardless of commercial interests
• 🍫 EVOO needs to meet certain criteria for quality and freshness, just like with dark chocolate
• 🛒 It's hard to rely on olive oil quality claims, so they started their own trusted supply chain

Q & A

What is the one thing the speaker recommends for health benefits?

The speaker recommends extra virgin olive oil as the one thing that can provide significant health benefits.

What types of health benefits does extra virgin olive oil provide?

Studies show extra virgin olive oil provides benefits for weight management, blood pressure, blood sugar levels, cholesterol, heart health, brain health, and mood.

Why can't you rely on the quality of olive oil from all suppliers?

Sometimes olive oil is adulterated with other cheaper oils. You need to find a supplier that provides certification of analysis and information on harvest timing.

What criteria should you look for when buying extra virgin olive oil?

You should look for polyphenols, oleic acid content, and other criteria that match what was used in studies showing health benefits. See the notes for specifics.

How does the taste of real extra virgin olive oil compare to regular olive oil?

Real extra virgin olive oil has a rich, peppery taste almost to the point of making you cough if consumed straight.

What new product line is the speaker releasing?

The speaker mentions an upcoming full blueprint product stack focused on affordability and high nutrition density.

What is the speaker's goal with their commercial products?

The speaker wants their products to support people in being their best selves without compromising their relationship.

How does the speaker see their role in people's lives?

The speaker wants to be a positive voice encouraging people towards healthy behaviors in their daily lives.

Why does the speaker recommend checking for heavy metals in chocolate?

Dark chocolate should be tested for heavy metals to ensure safety and optimize health benefits.

What foundational element does the speaker want to build on?

The speaker wants to build a stable relationship foundation with their audience beyond just commercial interests.