Elia enriched “The scent of Greek summer in Belgrade”
Elia (Axxon Trading distribution) has enhanced the occasion with its presence at the portentous event at the “Ušće” shopping center. Gourmets that prefer delicious and healthy food, and that had the opportunity to visit this event, had a chance to experience the refined taste of high quality products bearing the Elia brand name.
Elia, which is recently awarded the stamp “Healthy food – green apple” is the confirmation that perfect flavor and healthy lifestyle go hand in hand, as well as the fact that customer satisfaction is the key to success. We have singled out a couple of moments which were captured with the lens of our photographer. Be healthy…Lengthen your life.
Olive Oil
OLIVE OIL CATEGORIES
According to the quality parameters as acidity, aroma, flavor, etc. the olive oil is classified in different categories. This categorization is defined also with Commission Regulation (EC) No 1019/2002 dated 13 June 2002 on marketing standards for olive oil. Extra Virgin olive Oil - Superior category olive oil extracted from fresh-picked olives and obtained solely by mechanical means. This kind of oil must not have undergone any treatments except washing, decanting, centrifugation and filtration. It comes from the first pressing of the olives, contains no more than 0.8% acidity, and is judged to have a superior taste. As lower is the acidity, as much better quality is the olive oil. There can be no refined oil in extra virgin olive oil. Virgin olive Oil – This kind of oil has the quality parameters of the Extra Virgin Olive Oil, but the general difference is in the highest acidity, which should be in the limits from 0,2% to 0,8%. Olive oil – known also as 100% pure Olive Oil - This kind of oil is a blend of refined olive oils and virgin olive oils, containing at most 1% acidity. It commonly lacks a strong flavor. Olive Pomace oil- This kind of oil is a blend of refined olive pomace oils and virgin olive oils, containing at most 1% acidity. Thanks to its high smoke point, it is suitable for the all cooking purposes including frying.
How to distinguish the high-quality olive oil?
Pay attention to the acidity certificate, which verifies the acidity of each batch. The lower the acidity value is the higher is the olive oil quality.Check for the EU Sign, which verifies the product’s origin and quality. Extra Virgin olive oil should be obtained by first cold pressing at –270C. Thus, the nutritious, organoleptic and healthful properties of the fruit are preserved to a greater extent. Make sure that the olive oil you are about to choose is Extra Virgin. It is a superior category olive oil extracted from hand-picked fresh olives and obtained solely by mechanical means. It does not contain any admixture. The main indicator determining the olive oil quality is its acidity. According to EU regulations the acidity of Extra Virgin olive oil should be in the frames of 0.2 - 0.8%.
Olive oil is especially healthy for the human organism, due to the following:
- It is obtained by the first cold pressing, without any refining, so that the vitamins A, D, E, K and F contained in the olive fruit, are
- Preserved to a greater extent.
- Contains high level of antioxidants – vitamins A and E, which help neutralize cancer-causing free radicals in our body.
- Protects from fatal illnesses such as atherosclerosis and infarct.
- Decreases the “bad” cholesterol without affecting the “good” one, which leads to blood circulation improvement.
- Lowers the blood pressure and reduces the risk of cardiac diseases.
- It is particularly effective for protection from osteoporosis and breast cancer.
- It is rich in oleic acid, which is widely used in medicine in combating rare degenerative diseases.
- It is very useful in curing bronchitis, asthma, cold, tonsilitis, inflamed ear, nephrolithiasis and rheumatism.
- Helps the normal functioning of the digestive system and maintains low percentage of harmful substances in the stomach.
- It is indispensable in treatment of gastric ulcer, gastritis, constipation and other stomach problems.
- Slows the aging processes of the brain, internal organs, and tissues.
- Heals burns, contusions and sprains.
- A product with millennial tradition, which has proven its exceptional qualities during the centuries.
- ELIA olive oil is produced in Greece where, thanks to the unique combination of climate and soil, the highest quality olives are grown.
- It is distinguished by its individual aroma.
- It has superb, mild taste.
- It is Cholesterol free – extremely suitable for those on diet.
- Due to its healthy effect, it prolongs human life.
- Stimulates growth during childhood.
- Softens and moistens the skin.
- Maintains healthy hair and preserves its lustre.
- Prevents the nails from breaking and keeps them in good condition.
- It is a pure natural product - without any other ingredients added except for water.
- It undergoes no treatments except washing, decanting, centrifugation and filtration.
Elia Extra Virgin Olive Oil contains all unique qualities and advantages of extra virgin olive oil, but its low acidity value (0.21-0.34%) classifies it to the peak of the list of the best olive oils in comparison to other brands in the equivalent category! Its color, aroma and flavor are exquisite. It dominates a transparent intensive golden color without bitterness to its taste. Its ingredient is balanced, with preposterous flavor and aroma especially when consumed raw (as part of salad or as dressing) or even when used in cooking.
Stamp Healthy food – Green apple from now on proudly found on Elia Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Company Zeleni izbor d.o.o. awarded a certificate that grants the right for the product Elia Extra Virgin Olive Oil, produced by Axxon Bulgaria, to bare the stamp Healthy food – Green apple.
Stamp “healthy food – green apple” is awarded by the Serbian Chamber of Comerce and the Healthy Food – Green Apple Program.
Secretary of Agricoultoural, Food and Tobacco Association, Milan Prostran emphasized that the association is constantly side by side to its producers with a mission to assist them in enhancing the quality of the production and boosting productivity.
“Producers which at this point in time decide to compete with the quality of their food products are courageous, and this will, in long term, prove to be a very good endeavor.
Prostran has emphasized that what Chamber of commerce as an association of commerce would like to encourage is the investment in quality production and strengthening the productivity, which is presented by the products that acquire the stamp “healthy food – green apple”.
The quality of the products is determined based on the content of the raw material, fats, energy value and the amount of minerals like natrium, calcium, cilium, zinc and magnesium, saturated and unsaturated fats, natural fiber and protein.