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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 Business
Jun. 11, 2014 Food & Cooking
'Food Is Medicine' Seminar Highlights Health Benefits of Olive Oil
Jun. 9, 2014 Health
Soil May Have Most Impact on Certain Olive Oil Phytosterol Levels
May. 22, 2014 Health
May. 20, 2014 Health
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.
Apr. 1, 2014
Patent Applicant Claims Olive Polyphenols Help Blood Sugar Control
A New Zealand company is seeking an international patent for an olive leaf extract it says can help prevent or manage insulin sensitivity.
Mar. 25, 2014
New Heart-Health Push from Carbonell
Deoleo has a new health pitch in Spain with a spot for its Carbonell brand olive oil that highlights cholesterol control.
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. 20, 2014
While olive oil is not yet commonly used in the massage and spa industry, there is a growing trend towards this health-giving alternative.