Oleaphen Achieves World's Highest Polyphenol Concentration in 2025-2026 Olive Oil Harvest

NICOSIA, CYPRUS — January 25, 2026 — Oleaphen, a therapeutic-grade olive oil producer, has confirmed its 2025-2026 harvest achieved a polyphenol concentration of 2,236 mg/kg, the highest independently and verified accredited level in the world for commercially available olive oil. This concentration represents approximately 45 times the polyphenol content found in typical grocery store olive oils.

The company's approach treats olive oil as a precision supplement rather than a culinary condiment, targeting specific cellular longevity pathways including AMPK activation and Sirtuin stimulation through high-polyphenol delivery.

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"Consumers are increasingly recognizing that not all olive oils deliver the same health benefits," said Nicolas Netien, co-founder of Oleaphen and world record holder. "The polyphenol content is what activates the therapeutic mechanisms, yet most commercial oils contain less than 50 mg/kg due to processing methods and varietal selection. We've engineered our entire production system—from regenerative farming to nitrogen-flushed packaging—to preserve maximum polyphenol potency."

 

Verification and Quality Standards

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The 2,236 mg/kg measurement was conducted by accredited laboratory testing using standardized protocols. Oleaphen maintains third-party verification for all polyphenol claims, addressing a common issue in the olive oil industry where health claims often lack independent substantiation.

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The harvest sold out within six weeks of availability, with thousands of customers joining a waitlist for the October 2026 production cycle. Current users include English Premier League footballers and Tour de France cyclists utilizing the product for recovery and performance optimization.

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Innovative Delivery Format

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Oleaphen packages its olive oil in daily-dose pods with nitrogen-flushing technology to prevent oxidation, which typically degrades polyphenols in traditionally bottled oils within weeks of opening. This pharmaceutical-grade approach maintains potency from production through consumption.

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The company uses seaweed-based packaging materials as part of its commitment to regenerative agricultural practices, partnering with farmers focused on soil health and biodiversity preservation.

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Market Context and Scientific Basis

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Polyphenols in olive oil, particularly oleocanthal and oleacein, have been extensively studied for their anti-inflammatory and cellular health properties. Research indicates these compounds  support cardiovascular health, metabolic function, and cellular aging processes.

However, most commercial olive oils contain insufficient polyphenol concentrations to deliver therapeutic effects. Industry data suggests typical supermarket olive oils range from 50-150 mg/kg, often falling below 50 mg/kg after processing and storage.

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"The longevity food market has a supply-demand problem," explained Nicholas Schizas, Oleaphen co-founder. "Consumers want functional ingredients that deliver measurable health outcomes, but scaling truly potent compounds requires fundamentally different production approaches. We're addressing that gap."

 

About Oleaphen

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Founded by Nicolas Netien and Nicholas Schizas, Oleaphen produces therapeutic-grade olive oil from Cyprus using regenerative farming methods. The company focuses on maximum polyphenol preservation through varietal selection, harvest timing, cold-extraction processing, and nitrogen-sealed packaging. Products are available at www.highphenolic.com, with the next harvest scheduled for October 2026.

Laboratory verification reports and detailed polyphenol analysis are available here.

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Media Contact:
Nicolas Netien
Oleaphen
Cyprus
contact@oleaphen.com
 

Keywords: high polyphenol olive oil, therapeutic olive oil, oleocanthal, olive oil polyphenols, longevity supplements, AMPK activation, extra virgin olive oil, Cyprus olive oil

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Editor's Notes

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Polyphenol Comparison Data

• Oleaphen 2025-2026: 2,236 mg/kg

• Premium EVOO brands: 150-400 mg/kg

• Standard supermarket EVOO: 50-150 mg/kg

• Refined/light olive oil: <50 mg/kg

 

Scientific References Available

Studies on olive oil polyphenols health outcomes available for journalists upon request.

 

High-Resolution Images

Product imagery, laboratory testing documentation, and farming operation photos available for media use.

 

Interview Availability

Founders available for interviews on regenerative agriculture, supplement-grade food production, and the science of polyphenol preservation.