May. 19, 2014
The Right Olive Oil 'Dosage' for Those at High Risk of Cardio Diseases
A Spanish researcher provided new information on the amount and benefits of olive oil consumption for people with a high risk of cardiovascular disease.
May. 19, 2014
Too Much Pollution Where you Live? Olive Oil Might Help
A new study shows that olive oil may protect against the adverse vascular effects of exposure to air pollution particles.
May. 13, 2014
Formidable Fat: The Plant-Based Olive Oil Diet
Brown University researcher Dr. Mary Flynn says her advocacy of a plant-based, olive oil diet was at one time considered outrageous.
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Patent Applicant Claims Olive Polyphenols Help Blood Sugar Control
Mar. 25, 2014 Health
Mar. 24, 2014
Mediterranean Diet Lowers Risk of Heart Disease in U.S. Firefighters
Firefighters who followed a modified Mediterranean style diet had cholesterol levels associated with lower risk of heart disease.
Mar. 13, 2014
Mediterranean Diet May Mitigate Heart Failure Risk Factors
New evidence suggests a Mediterranean diet may improve the markers used to diagnose and provide a prognosis for heart failure.
Mar. 6, 2014
Mediterranean Diet Effective for Weight Loss, Study Finds
Obese subjects who followed variations of the Mediterranean diet not only lost weight, but were successful in maintaining it as well.
Feb. 26, 2014
The FDA’s Take on the Benefits of Olive Oil
The qualified health claim states that 2 tablespoons of olive oil every day may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease.
Feb. 20, 2014
Achieve Nutrient Adequacy by Following the Mediterranean Diet
In a recent report, subjects who strictly followed the Mediterranean diet were more likely to meet their nutrient needs.
Feb. 18, 2014
U.S. FDA Warns Company Over Olive Oil-Related Claims
A recent FDA warning letter is a sobering reminder for dietary supplement companies to be careful about their product claims.
Feb. 13, 2014
Mediterranean Diet May Protect the Heart More than a Low-Fat Diet
A review of the last fifty years of research showed a Mediterranean diet appears to be more effective in protecting the heart.
Feb. 3, 2014
More Misconceptions About Olive Oil
Claims about the healthfulness of olive oil made by seed and vegetable companies are unsubstantiated.
Jan. 29, 2014
Components in the Mediterranean Diet May Prevent Some Cancers
A study investigates the relationship between cancer risk and different components in foods that are typical of the Mediterranean diet.
Jan. 8, 2014
Mediterranean Diet with Extra Virgin Olive Oil May Protect from Diabetes
Spanish researchers found that following a Mediterranean diet may cut the risk of diabetes by about 30 percent.
Jan. 5, 2014
Berkeley Olive Grove EVOO Packs a Punch
Recent research shows one California extra virgin olive oil just might be among the world's healthiest.
Nov. 11, 2013
Mediterranean Diet in Midlife Results in Better Quality of Life in Old Age
Women who followed a Mediterranean style diet in midlife were more likely at old age to be without any major limitations in physical and mental health.
Nov. 6, 2013
Olive Compounds Said to Enhance Healing Power of Human Stem Cells
A new patent application proposes adding olive polyphenols in wound treatments based on umbilical cord stem cells.
Oct. 30, 2013
More Confirmation Mediterranean Diet Protects from Brain Diseases
Adherence to a Mediterranean diet may contribute to prevention of stroke, depression, cognitive impairment, and Parkinson disease.
Oct. 28, 2013
Mediterranean Diet Gaining Among Nutritionists But Olive Oil Still on Sidelines
Despite the recognition of the benefits of the Mediterranean diet, olive oil continues to be overlooked in the dietetic community.