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Virgin or extra virgin? Polyunsaturated or monounsaturated? Oils ain't oils when it comes to cooking!

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Olive oil reviews We taste test and compare extra virgin olive oil from Aldi, Bertolli, Cobram Estate, Squeaking Gate and more.

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Is avocado oil good for you? Australians have a love affair with avocados, but does the fruit's oil deliver the same dietary goodness?

How to pick the best olive oil We test and compare 25 olive oils from Australia and Europe to see if they meet 'extra virgin' standards.

Is coconut oil actually healthy? We look at the pros and cons of coconut oil to find out whether it's actually a health food or merely a fad.

Things you didn't know about olive oil Including why Aussie oil is superior, why EVOO is worth paying for, and some unusual household uses beyond the kitchen.

How we test olive oil Here's how our experts test extra virgin olive oil in the lab to see which oils are truly 'extra virgin'.

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