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Jul. 26, 2023
Mediterranean Diet Associated with Successful Aging, Study Finds
Researchers found that Greeks who followed the Mediterranean diet were healthier and more active as they aged than those who followed the diet less closely.
Jul. 25, 2023
Patients Respond to Nutrition Guidance Via Telehealth, Study Shows
Intervention through telehealth can positively complement face-to-face care in sustaining dietary and lifestyle changes.
Jul. 19, 2023
Exploring the Health Benefits of Hydroxytyrosol in Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Hydroxytyrosol is among the 25 phenolic compounds found in extra virgin olive oil, playing a role in preventing noncommunicable diseases.
Jul. 18, 2023 News Briefs
Research Explores Olive Oil Co-Extraction with Olive Leaves, Herbs and Spices
Jul. 13, 2023 Health
Consuming Oleuropein May Mitigate the Effects of Aging on Muscular Atrophy
Jul. 12, 2023 Health
Nutritionists Evaluate Merits of Olive Oil Shot TikTok Trend
Jul. 12, 2023 Health
Phenols More Important than MUFA Content for EVOO Health Benefits, Research Suggests
Jul. 7, 2023 Basics
Jun. 22, 2023
Drinking Olive Fruit Water Can Aid Exercise Efficiency, Research Suggests
Olive fruit water is a by-product typically thrown away during olive oil production. However, its antioxidants may hold benefits for recreational athletes.
Jun. 20, 2023
In Ice Cream, Olive Oil Adds Health Benefits Without Compromising Flavor
Extra virgin olive oil offers the possibility for innovative, healthier ice creams.
Jun. 13, 2023
Study Reveals Insights Into the Impact of Olive Oil Fats on Essential Cell Structures
The study found that worms consuming oleic acid lived longer than worms eating a standard diet. Whether these findings relate to humans requires more research.
Jun. 8, 2023
Med Diet Benefits Similar to Walking 4,000 Steps, Study Finds
Researchers at a Boston hospital found that following the Mediterranean diet had a similar health benefit to walking 4,000 steps each day.
Jun. 6, 2023
Olive Oil Health Benefits for Dogs
Olive oil offers a wide range of benefits for dogs, including healthy skin, reduced inflammation, cardiovascular protection and reduced risk of diabetes.
May. 30, 2023
Study: Polyphenols in Olive Oil Boost Help Heal Damaged Skin
Polyphenols found in extra virgin olive oil enhance the healing abilities of fibroblasts, opening up possibilities for novel wound healing applications.
May. 23, 2023
Researchers Investigate Role of Bioactive Compounds in Neurodegenerative Diseases
The researchers focused on studies investigating the flavonoids, polyphenols and other phenolic compounds found in extra virgin olive oil and the Mediterranean diet.
Apr. 24, 2023
Americans Find Cost of Food Biggest Barrier to a Healthy Diet, Survey Finds
Just fifteen percent of Americans are familiar with the Mediterranean diet’s health benefits, a Cleveland Clinic survey finds.
Apr. 11, 2023
Report Highlights Health Benefits, Disproves Myths Surrounding EVOO
The Olive Wellness Institute published a report to educate healthcare officials and the public about the health benefits of extra virgin olive oil.
Mar. 27, 2023
Med Diet More Effective in Obesity Prevention than Other Diets, Study Finds
The literature review found that the conviviality of the Mediterranean diet and its focus on consuming healthy fats help make it more effective than low-fat diets.
Mar. 23, 2023
Med Diet Adherence Associated with Lower Dementia Risk
A long-term, large-scale cohort study in the United Kingdom found individuals following the Mediterranean diet were at 23 percent lower risk of dementia.
Mar. 20, 2023
Health Researcher: Focus on Healthier Diets Instead of ‘Demonizing’ Certain Foods
Decades of demonizing specific foods and macronutrients have not tangibly reduced obesity and cardiovascular disease. One researcher argues for a different approach.
Mar. 14, 2023
Mediterranean Diet and Exercise Improve Working Memory in Young Students
Adherence to the Mediterranean diet and physical activity was linked with enhanced working memory in school-age children in a recent study.
Feb. 10, 2023
New Research Links Olive Oil Consumption and Reduced Autoimmune Occurrence
Researchers found that olive oil consumption promotes healthy gut microbiota and hinders the development of gut pathogens that impair immune function.
Feb. 8, 2023
World Health Org. Set to Miss Deadline to Eliminate Trans Fats
Five years ago, the United Nations organization said all trans fats should be banned by 2023, but now acknowledge this will not happen.