Discover the shocking truths behind the olive oil industry and the rampant food fraud lurking on grocery shelves. The hosts delve into the deceptive dilution of olive oil with cheaper oils, often misleading consumers by up to 40%. They also expose other scams, like fish mislabeling and shredded cheese trickery. As they share personal anecdotes and insights, listeners will learn how to navigate the murky waters of food authenticity and why vigilance is essential for smart eating.
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Avoid Pre-Shredded Cheese Scams
Avoid pre-shredded cheese due to anti-caking agents like cellulose.
Always grate fresh cheese to avoid consuming fillers that reduce quality.
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The Olive Oil Fraud Reality
Olive oil fraud is pervasive with non-olive oils sold as extra virgin nationwide.
Manufacturers cut olive oil with cheaper oils up to 40% without noticeable taste changes.
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Fresh Cheese Shredding Tale
Vinnie advised shredding cheese fresh for quality and health reasons.
He criticized convenience of pre-shredded cheese as a sign of poor time management.
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Extra Virginity explores the rich history of olive oil, from its ancient uses in cosmetics, bathing, and lubrication to its modern-day production and trade. The book uncovers the scandals and corruption within the global olive oil industry, including fraudulent labeling and the involvement of organized crime. Mueller also profiles individuals and organizations working to ensure the quality and authenticity of olive oil. The book combines historical research, contemporary reporting, and a call to action for consumers to choose genuine extra virgin olive oil.
Eat Happy Italian
Eat Happy Italian
Anna Vocino
Real food fake food
Larry Olmsted
In 'Real Food/Fake Food', Larry Olmsted delves into the widespread deception in the food industry, from olive oil and wine to seafood and cheese. He provides insights on how to identify and avoid counterfeit foods, promoting healthier and more authentic eating experiences. The book is both a cautionary tale and a culinary guide, highlighting the importance of real food and its benefits.
Episode 2631 - Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss the great olive oil scam revealed by another podcast, other scams in the food industry, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2025/04/great-olive-oil-scam-episode-2631 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - The Great Olive Oil Scam At the time of this episode, Anna’s Eat Happy Kitchen spices are on sale for a short time. Use code BOGO25. Vinnie gives an update on his "phone diet." (6:00) It's been so freeing and he doesn’t miss it. He hasn’t seen IG for a month. A podcast Anna told Vinnie to listen to Sept 16, 2024, Scamtown “Extra Virgin Hustle." (10:00) Food fraud happens more than you can imagine, and examples can be found in books such as these, which are available in Vinnie's Amazon Book Club: Extra Virginity: the Sublime and Scandalous World of Olive Oil by Tom Meuller Real Food, Fake Food by Larry Olmstead Anna and Vinnie discuss items such as fish fraud and shredded cheese. (12:45) UC Davis is no longer releasing a study analyzing olive oils. (17:00) The Scamtown episode discusses events that happened in 2017. (18:15) Non-olive “olive oils” were sold nationwide in chains like Costco and Walmart. They explain what "pomace" oil is. The manufacturers know how much they can cut olive oil with cheap oil without noticing it. (26:00) The amount is often *up to* 40%. Anna and Loren have been targets of a scam and are producing an episode discussing it; however, it will be discussed at a later time. (36:15) Advertisements can be disingenuous. They discuss marketing ploys by a specific “biohacker.” More News If you are interested in the NSNG® VIP group, register here! Don’t forget to check out Serena Scott Thomas on Days Of Our Lives on the Peacock channel. “Dirty Keto” is available on Amazon! You can purchase or rent it . Make sure you watch, rate, and review it! Eat Happy Italian, Anna’s next cookbook is available! You can go to You can order it from . Anna’s recipes are in her cookbooks, website, and Substack–they will spice up your day! There's a new NSNG® Foods promo code you can use! The promo code ONLY works on the NSNG® Foods website, NOT on Amazon. https://nsngfoods.com/ PURCHASE DIRTY KETO (2024) The documentary launched in August 2024! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie’s fourth documentary in just over five years. Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. Additionally, the more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere:
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