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Sep. 30, 2014

Olive Oil Seen as a Treatment for Heart Failure

Researchers from University of Illinois at Chicago have found that a certain fat found in olive oil may be beneficial in individuals with heart failure.

Sep. 29, 2014

New Phenolic Compounds Unveiled at Harvard Conference

Speakers at "Mediterranean Diet and Workplace Health" highlighted the role of olive oil within the framework of a healthy diet.

Sep. 22, 2014

Mediterranean Diet, Workplace Health at Harvard Conference

The Harvard School of Public Health is hosting two events at the end of September celebrating Greek food and the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet.

Jul. 7, 2014

Breakfast with High-Phenol EVOO Reduces Inflammation Linked to Diabetes, Heart Disease

A new study shows that adding phenol-rich olive oil to breakfast successfully lowers the inflammation linked to metabolic syndrome.

Jul. 4, 2014

Study Reveals EVOO May Reduce DNA Damage from GMO Soybean

Scientists from the UK, Saudi Arabia and Egypt have shown that consumption of extra virgin olive oil can reduce the damaging effects associated with GM soybean.

Jun. 25, 2014

How The Olive Compound Hydroxytyrosol Helps Stop Infections

A compound found naturally in olives helps fight bacterial infections, according to an international patent application by Spanish scientists.

Jun. 13, 2014

Seed Oil Blend Spearheads Deoleo’s Health Pitch

A seed oil blend soon to launch in the United States under the Carbonell name is part of Deoleo’s new generation of products.

Jun. 11, 2014

'Food Is Medicine' Seminar Highlights Health Benefits of Olive Oil

The free event is aimed at healthcare professionals and features presentations on the positive effects of consuming extra virgin olive oil.

Jun. 9, 2014

Soil May Have Most Impact on Certain Olive Oil Phytosterol Levels

A new study shows that soil quality may impact steryl glucoside levels in olive oils more than olive cultivar or farming methods.

May. 22, 2014

Add Olive Oil to Vegetables to Lower Blood Pressure

A study suggests that eating unsaturated fats (such as olive oil) with specific vegetables rich in in nitrite and nitrates can protect from hypertension.

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May. 20, 2014

Panel Rejects Health Claim for Olive Leaf Extract

There is not enough evidence to back a claim that olive leaf water extract boosts glucose tolerance, a European Food Safety Authority panel has found.

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. 14, 2014

Movie Popcorn's Dramatic Twist

Palace Cinemas in Australia offers popcorn made with olive oil turning what many people class as “junk food” into a far healthier option.

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.

May. 1, 2014

A 'Model Diet' for Prevention of Alzheimer's

Adherence to the Mediterranean diet slows cognitive decline, a condition that ultimately leads to Alzheimer’s disease.

Apr. 15, 2014

Mediterranean Diet Linked to Less Inflammation

Researchers have found that adherence to a Mediterranean diet is associated with lower levels of inflammation markers.

Apr. 1, 2014

More Evidence Mediterranean Diet Protects from Diabetes

A new meta-analysis shows a Mediterranean diet not only reduces the risk of diabetes, but more so in individuals at high risk for heart disease.

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