“All those trying to impose the Nutriscore food labeling system to encourage the consumption of foods such as chips or sugary drinks should read the study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

According to it, half a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil a day can reduce the risk of mortality from cardiovascular disease, cancer, neurodegenerative and respiratory diseases,” argues Unaprol, an Italian Consortium of olive oil producers.