Olive oil has been used for thousands of years, with evidence of olive oil production dating back to 5000 BCE.

Olive trees can live for hundreds of years and continue to produce olives even after hundreds of years of production.

The Mediterranean region is the largest producer of olive oil, accounting for over 75% of the world's production. Spain produces more than 50% of all the olive oil in the world. The United States produces only 5% of all the olive oil consumed in the country.

Olive oil is made by pressing whole olives and extracting the oil. The best quality olive oil is made from early harvested, cold-pressed, unripe olives.

Olive oil is a staple ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine and is used in dishes such as salad dressings, marinades, and dips.

Olive oil is high in healthy monounsaturated fats, which have been shown to have numerous health benefits, such as reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Olive oil is also high in antioxidants, which help to protect the body from damage caused by free radicals.

Olive oil has been used for its cosmetic and medicinal properties for centuries, with ancient Egyptians using it to moisturize their skin and hair.

There are many different grades of olive oil, with extra-virgin olive oil being the highest quality. Extra-virgin olive oil is made from the first cold pressing of the olives and has the lowest acidity level.

In some Mediterranean countries, olive oil is used as a traditional remedy for minor ailments, such as earaches and sore throats. 

Olive oil is an incredible house-hold staple that has endless uses.