Jul. 8, 2019
Olive Council, Europe Collaborate on Limiting Contaminants in Olive Oil
The IOC has told the EU the threshold for safely being able to consume the chemical 3-MCPD, which is found in refined vegetable oils.
Jun. 16, 2019
Study Links Mediterranean Diet to Better Memory in Diabetics
After comparing its effects with other healthy diets, the Mediterranean proved superior in fostering better cognition in Type 2 diabetics.
Jun. 12, 2019
Mediterranean Diet Ranked 'Best Overall'
The MedDiet beat out 40 other diets to get the top spot in the U.S. News and World Report annual ranking for the first time. It was also rated the number one diet in five subcategories.
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Apr. 22, 2019
Nutrients From Food, Not Supplements, Associated With Lower Death Risk
Researchers found the adverse health effects of a poor diet can not be offset by taking nutritional supplements.
Apr. 16, 2019
Poor Diet Kills More People than Smoking or High Blood Pressure
New global research showed the longevity advantage of following a nutrient-dense diet that is plentiful in fruits, vegetables, nuts and whole grains.
Apr. 8, 2019
Mediterranean Diet Linked to Lower Risk of Bladder Cancer
New research suggests an inverse relationship exists between following the Mediterranean diet and the incidence of bladder cancer.
Apr. 8, 2019
Adding Dairy Products To Med Diet Reduces Cardiovascular Risk
The study also found that adding several servings of low-fat dairy to the MedDiet provides increased nutritional benefits.
Apr. 1, 2019
New Study Suggests a Healthy Diet May Not Reduce Dementia Risk
These findings contradict earlier studies, which have concluded that a healthy diet reduces the risk of mental decline and aids in the prevention of abnormalities that can precede dementia.
Apr. 1, 2019
Mediterranean Diet Boosts Athletes’ Performance Within Days
Researchers believe characteristics of the Mediterranean diet, such as anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, might improve endurance.
Mar. 27, 2019
Heart-Healthy Diets Linked to Better Cognitive Function in Middle Age
Following a nutrient-dense eating plan, such as the Mediterranean diet, in early adulthood may help prevent mental decline decades later.
Mar. 20, 2019
London's New Ad Ban on Public Transport Equates Olive Oil to Junk Food
Olive oil producers who wish to advertise their products within London's transportation network would first need to seek an exemption to new rules banning products that lead to obesity.
Mar. 18, 2019
Frequent Olive Oil Consumption May Reduce Risk of Blood Clots
In a recent study, the participants who consumed the most olive oil had the least platelet accumulation, which could lead to heart disease and stroke.
Mar. 7, 2019
Not All Saturated Fats Are the Same for Cardiovascular Health
After examining the association between saturated fat sources and cardiovascular health, researchers recommend higher consumption of staple foods of the Mediterranean diet such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
Mar. 4, 2019
Ban on Trans Fats in NYC Restaurants Reduces Cardiovascular Risk
A recently published study found that overall trans fat levels had fallen by around 57 percent and people who frequently dined out benefited from a greater decrease of around 62 percent.
Feb. 26, 2019
Spain Tops List of World's Healthiest Countries
Bloomberg's Healthiest Country Index ranked Spain as the healthiest country in the world in 2019, beating out Italy. Healthy eating habits and the Mediterranean diet are mainly responsible for the increase.
Feb. 25, 2019
Mapping the Polyphenols of Greek EVOOs for Healthy Aging
Extra virgin olive oils from Crete were found to contain the highest polyphenols load. Two-phase processing was also found to better preserves phenols in olive oil.
Feb. 19, 2019
Auburn University Raising Money for Olive Oil and Alzheimer's Research
Researchers at Auburn University have found that a compound in extra virgin olive oil might be valuable for helping prevent or slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.
Feb. 19, 2019
Dietary Fiber Linked to Lower Risk of Heart Disease and Cancer
Consuming a minimum of 25 to 29 grams of fiber from Mediterranean diet plant foods is significantly tied to better health and longevity, including a lower the risk of diabetes.