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Feb. 8, 2016
Mediterranean Diet with EVOO Reduces Cognitive Decline in Older Age
A Mediterranean diet supplemented with extra virgin olive oil is a promising dietary intervention to reduce age-related cognitive decline including Alzheimer's, dementia, and mild cognitive impairment.
Feb. 8, 2016
Low Carb Mediterranean Diet Results in Higher Rate of Remission in Type 2 Diabetes
A low-carb Mediterranean diet delays medication use and results in higher rate of remission in type 2 diabetes compared to low-fat diet.
Feb. 1, 2016
New Research Shows Olive Oil, Virgin or Not, Can Reduce Risk of Heart Disease
Researchers from the University of Glasgow have developed a new way of measuring subtle changes in heart health over just a few weeks by looking at studying protein patterns in urine, a method known as proteomics.
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Unsaturated Fats and Whole Grain Carbohydrates Associated with Lower CHD Risk
Sep. 29, 2015
Olive Oil-Enriched Diet During Pregnancy Can Benefit the Unborn Through Adulthood
A recent study suggests a diet rich in olive oil can have a positive effect on the development of the unborn child and may also be beneficial through her adult life.
Sep. 22, 2015
Vegetables Fried in Extra Virgin Olive Oil More Nutritionally Beneficial than Boiled
Frying vegetables in extra virgin olive oil adds to the antioxidant qualities of the produce, according to a recent Spanish scientific study.
Sep. 21, 2015
Non-GMO Labeling for Olive Oil a Non-Issue
Buyers are increasingly requiring assurances that foods are GMO-free, but the controversy has little to do with olive oil.
Sep. 17, 2015
Mediterranean Diet with Extra Virgin Olive Oil Lowers Risk of Breast Cancer
The results, based on the long-term follow-up of 4,282 women, add to the benefits of consuming extra virgin olive oil and the Mediterranean diet.
Aug. 11, 2015
Long-Term Olive Oil Consumption Lowers Risk of Diabetes
Nurses who consumed olive oil had a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes compared to those whose diet did not include any olive oil at all.
Jul. 21, 2015
Mediterranean Meal with Olive Oil Keeps Blood Sugar Levels Lower than with Corn Oil
A Mediterranean-type meal supplemented with EVOO had a beneficial effect on post-prandial glycemic and lipid profile by decreasing blood glucose, LDL and oxidized LDL.
Jul. 20, 2015
Olive Oil Polyphenols Reduce Bad Cholesterol and Plaque Formation
A new study reveals polyphenols in olive oil can reduce cardiovascular risks by decreasing bad cholesterol levels and atherogenicity.
Jul. 16, 2015
Mediterranean Diet Decreases DNA Damage in Men with Prostate Cancer
Researchers found that adherence to a modified Mediterranean diet decreased DNA damage that can lead to the development of tumors.
Jul. 13, 2015
Hundreds of Restaurants Get New 'MedDiet' Label
The EU-funded project certifies restaurants that offer "authentic Mediterranean dishes" and comply with the criteria established by the program.
Jun. 28, 2015
Mediterranean Diet in Decline, U.N. Agency Warns
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations called for action to be taken to prevent the further decline of the Mediterranean diet.
Jun. 15, 2015
Researchers Explore Role of Olive Oil Phenols in Prevention of Neurodegenerative Diseases
A scientific review looks for ways phenols in extra virgin olive oil may prevent neurodegenerative diseases
Jun. 11, 2015
An International Society for Oleocanthal
Experts from the worlds of science, academia, gastronomy and media established the society to foster research on a key component of olive oil.
Jun. 4, 2015
Mediterranean Diet Reduces Risk of Uterine Cancer
Women who regularly consumed at least six of the Mediterranean diet’s components reduced their risk of uterine cancer by 46 percent.
May. 26, 2015
Mediterranean Diet with Olive Oil or Nuts Improves Cognitive Function
Long-term consumption of the Mediterranean diet supplemented with either extra virgin olive oil or nuts improved cognitive function in older adults.
Apr. 27, 2015
U.S. Dietary Committee Recommends Mediterranean Diet for Healthy Living
The U.S. Dietary Guideline Advisory Committee released a report suggesting Americans should follow the Mediterranean dietary model for better health.